Richard M. Hymas
About Richard M. Hymas
Richard M. Hymas is a lawyer based in Salt Lake City, UT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Richard M. Hymas is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Current Firm: Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar
Education: Brigham Young University, J.D., graduated 1979 and Brigham Young University, BS, graduated 1976
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
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