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Richard is a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Life Membership recognizes a demonstrated commitment to criminal defense and the mission of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Contact Information
- Denver, CO
- www.taftlaw.com
Biography
President-2012 and Fellow, American Board of Criminal Lawyers; NACDL--Life Member; Lawyer of the Year, 2015, Denver, Criminal Defense Law, Best Lawyers in America; Faculty, Natl. Criminal Defense Coll. (1986-Present); Listed, Best Lawyers in America Criminal Law and White Collar Criminal Defense (1995-present); NACDL Board of Directors 1984-96.
Education
- Undergraduate: University of Nebraska-Lincoln, BS,
- Law School: University of Nebraska-Lincoln, JD ,
Bar Information
Colorado Supreme Court; Nebraska Supreme Court; 10th Cir; US Supreme Court
Practice Areas
- Corporate Compliance
- Federal Practice
- White Collar Crime
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