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R.W. (Ricky) Richards
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R.W. (Ricky) Richards

5.0
10 reviews

516 East Commerce Street, P.O. Box 1309, Jacksonville, TX 75766

Civil Practice, Federal Practice, Personal Injury and 6 more

About R.W. (Ricky) Richards

born in Pasadena, Texas, November 26, 1956; admitted to bar, 1980, Texas; also admitted to practice before U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western District of Texas. Preparatory and legal education, Baylor University (B.A., 1978; J.D., 1980). Fraternity: Phi Delta Phi, Explorer Post Advisor, Cherokee County, Texas, 1981. Member: Cherokee County (President, 1982-83) and American Bar Associations; State Bar of Texas (Grievance Committee, 1992-98; Special Prosecutor 2001-2003); Texas Trial Lawyers Association; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America; American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) 2012-present; State Bar of Texas (Member of Executive Committee 2012-present); State Bar of Texas (Client Security Fund-Vice Chair 2011-2012); State Bar of Texas (Discipline & Client Attorney Assistance-Committee Chairman 2012-2013); Client Security Fund-Member 2012-2013; Family Law-Advisor 2012-2013; Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct-Advisor 2012-2013.

 

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R.W. (Ricky) Richards got this award in 2021

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At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

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Administrative Law
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2015
Hired Attorney

Mr. Richards has assisted me on several occasions, always providing excellent service. Times that warrant having to seek legal advice can be taxing so having someone as knowledgeable as Mr. Richards provides much comfort and support. He conducts business in a professional way and maintains a personal relations with his clients. Friendly effecient staff and reasonable fees considering his level of knowledge and experience! Would recommed his services w/o hesitation!

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
November 02, 2013
Hired Attorney

A bit slow on returning emails, but very compassionate.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 27, 2010
Hired Attorney

Richards and Penn law office provided excellent representation along with having an office staff that was extremely helpful while I was going thru a difficult time. Divorce is never easy, however, I would say that Mr Richards and his office staff made it as easy as possible. Knowledge of the law and providing a wealth of information to me so I could understand the whole process was extremely helpful.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 05, 2014
Hired Attorney

Mr. Richards is a very sought after attorney, excelling in his field. When it was time for me to hire a lawyer, I knew immediately there was no other lawyer to consider because Mr. Richards' reputation precedes him as the "best lawyer in the area". His staff was exceptional in their professionalism and their wonderful attitudes helped ease me through a difficult time.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Civil Practice
  • Personal Injury
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Real Estate
  • Commercial Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Family Law
  • Other 2
    • Federal Practice
    • Probate

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Accepted Credit Cards
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Richards Penn, LLP
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Cowan v. Ford Motor Company, 694 F. 2d 104 (5th Circuit, 1982)
    Cowan v. Ford Motor Company, 713 F. 2d 100 (5th Circuit, 1983)
    Cowan v. Ford Motor Company, 719 F. 2d 785 (5th Circuit, 1983)
    City of Rusk v. Paul Cox, Et Al, 665 S.W. 2d 233 (Tex. Civ. App.-Tyler, 1984, no writ)
    Stewart v. Jackson, No. 12-82-0034-CV (Tex. Civ. App.-Tyler, 1984)
    McWhorter v. Trustees of the United Pentecostal Church, 694 S.W. 2d 182 (Tex. Civ. App.-Tyler, 1985, no writ)
    Petty v. McLendon, 12-87-00217-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1988)
    Treadwell v. Stripling Hearne, 12-91-00229-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1991)
    Williams v. Farmer, 12-94-00144-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1995)
    Hogue v. Blue Bell Creameries, 922 S.W. 2d 566 (Tex. App-Texarkana, 1996, writ den.)
    Dubois v. Dubois, 956 S.W. 2d 607, 12-96-00310-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1997)
    Smith v. Estate of Batton, 12-95-00183-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1997)
    Weaver v. Weaver, 12-97-00196-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1997)
    Dillingham v. Jameson, 12-99-00149-CV (Tex. App.-Tyler, 1999)
    In Re Bradberry v. Bridges, No. 12-12-00162-CV, 2012 Tex. App. Lexis 6501 (Tex. App.-Tyler Aug. 8, 2012)
    Bradberry v. Bentley, No. 12-12-00121-CV, 2012 Tex. App. Lexis 6502 (Tex. App.-Tyler Aug. 8, 2012)
    Bradberry v. Bridges, No. 12-12-00098-CV, 2012 Tex. App. Lexis 9009 (Tex. App. Tyler Oct. 31, 2012)
    Estate of Snow, No. 12-11-00055-CV, 2012 Tex. App. Lexis 7450 (Tex. App.-Tyler, 2012)
  • Additional Links
    http://www.richardspenn.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1980, Texas
    U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
    U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Cherokee County (President, 1982-1983) and American Bar Associations
    State Bar of Texas (Member, Grievance Committee, 1992-1998
    Special Prosecutor, 2001
    Director, District 2, 2010— present, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) 2012— Present, State Bar of Texas— (Member of Executive Committee 2012— Present
    State Bar of Texas—(Client Security Fund-Vice Chair 2011-2012), State Bar of Texas— (Discipline & Client Attorney Assistance-Committee Chairman 2012-2013
    Client Security Fund-Member 2012-2013
    Family Law-Advisor 2012-2013
    Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct-Advisor 2012-2013, Litagation Counsel of America, LLC (2015-).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Baylor University School of Law
    Class of 1980
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Baylor University
    Class of 1978
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1956
    Pasadena, Texas, November 26, 1956

Contact R.W. (Ricky) Richards

Partner at Richards Penn, LLP
5.0
10 reviews

Commerce Place, 516 East Commerce StreetP.O. Box 1309Jacksonville, TX 75766U.S.A.

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Fax: 903-586-6529
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  • Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    R.W. (Ricky) Richards is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.
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    Yes, R.W. (Ricky) Richards has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, R.W. (Ricky) Richards has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Richards Penn, LLP has 4 attorneys at this location.
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    R.W. (Ricky) Richards is the Managing Partner of the firm.

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