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Richard W. Westling
Awarded Practice Areas
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Nashville.
Biography
Richard W. Westling is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar.
Richard W., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Overview
Washington, District of Columbia
- Tulane University, J.D., graduated 2011
Washington, District of Columbia
- Tulane University, J.D., graduated 2011
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Nashville (2026)
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Nashville (2022)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Special Focus:
- Governmental Investigations
News & Media
Publications
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