Richard G. "Ricky" Mason
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 About Richard G. Mason
Richard G. Mason is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Richard G. Mason is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
Education: New York University, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: New York, NY
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