Richard J. "Rich" Marsden
About Richard J. Marsden
Richard J. Marsden is a lawyer based in Huntsville, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Richard J. Marsden is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: Emory University, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Huntsville, AL
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