Richard K. "Rick" Dandrea
About Richard K. Dandrea
Richard K. Dandrea is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Richard K. Dandrea is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott LLC
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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