Atty. Deirdre M. Richards

Atty. Deirdre M. Richards

Deirdre M. Richards is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation/business disputes, consumer financial services, insurance and 1 other area of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Deirdre M. Richards at a glance

Deirdre M. Richards is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fineman Krekstein & Harris, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, consumer, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania The United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Pen (1989), New Jersey (2001), and Delaware (2002). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1989) and Hollins College (B.A., 1984). Active member of Delaware State Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deirdre M. Richards is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation/business disputes, consumer financial services, insurance and 1 other area of law
  • Deirdre received a B.A. degree from Hollins College in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Deirdre practices at Fineman Krekstein & Harris, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Deirdre M. Richards's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Deirdre M. Richards

Where is Deirdre M. Richards's law office located?
Deirdre M. Richards's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fineman Krekstein & Harris, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deirdre M. Richards handle?
Deirdre M. Richards focuses on business, real estate, litigation, consumer, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Deirdre M. Richards practiced law?
Deirdre M. Richards has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Deirdre M. Richards go to law school?
Deirdre M. Richards earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Deirdre M. Richards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1989
B.A.
Hollins College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania The United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Pen
Admitted: 1989
New Jersey
Admitted: 2001
Delaware
Admitted: 2002

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