Richard P. Propester
About Richard P. Propester
Richard P. Propester is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Richard P. Propester is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Current Firm: Crowe & Dunlevy
Education: Oklahoma City University, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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