Richard Van Duzer
About Richard Van Duzer
Richard Van Duzer is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Richard Van Duzer is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Construction Law
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: San Francisco, CA
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