Richard H. "Rich" Grafton
About Richard H. Grafton
Richard H. Grafton is a lawyer based in Austin, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Richard H. Grafton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Austin, Texas
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Germer PLLC
Education: University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Austin, TX
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