Richard J. "Rick" Land
About Richard J. Land
Richard J. Land is a lawyer based in Providence, RI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Richard J. Land is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
Current Firm: Chace Ruttenberg & Freedman LLP
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Providence, RI
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