Richard L. "Rick" Street
About Richard L. Street
Richard L. Street is a lawyer based in New Haven, CT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Richard L. Street is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Haven, Connecticut
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
Current Firm: Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: New Haven, CT
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