Atty. David L. Richards

Atty. David L. Richards

Mr. David L.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (682) 502-8178 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David L. Richards at a glance

David L. Richards is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at David L. Richards. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Northern District Court US Supreme Court Texas Eastern Di (1982). Educated at Texas Tech University Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1979). Active member of Tarrant County and American Bar Associations Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David L. Richards is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, appellate: criminal and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at David L. Richards in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Richards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Richards handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L. Richards

Where is David L. Richards's law office located?
David L. Richards's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is David L. Richards. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Richards handle?
David L. Richards focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David L. Richards practiced law?
David L. Richards has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David L. Richards go to law school?
David L. Richards earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David L. Richards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Northern District Court US Supreme Court Texas Eastern Di
Admitted: 1982

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