Richard L. "Rick" Frank
About Richard L. Frank
Richard L. Frank is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Richard L. Frank is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- FDA Law
- Food and Beverage Law
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Washington, DC
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