Richard C. "Rick" Gordon
About Richard C. Gordon
Richard C. Gordon is a lawyer based in Las Vegas, NV and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Richard C. Gordon is recognized in the following practice area:
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Snell & Wilmer LLP
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Las Vegas, NV
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