Thomas R. "Tom" Ward
About Thomas R. Ward
Thomas R. Ward is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Thomas R. Ward is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Stuart & Ward LLP
Education: University of Colorado at Boulder, J.D., graduated 1997 and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, B.A., graduated 1993
Location: Denver, CO
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