Atty. Michael Richards
Michael Richards is a lawyer practicing adr - center for dispute resolution, antitrust, broker-dealer/registered investment adviser and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Southwestern at Memphis, now Rhodes College in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.
ADR - Center for Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 54+ Years Experience
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About Michael Richards at a Glance
Michael Richards is a Senior Counsel based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1971) and Southwestern at Memphis, now Rhodes College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memphis (President, Young Lawyers Section, 1979 Former President, Securities Section Director, 1980-1982), Tennessee (Vice-President, 1981-1982) and American (Antitrust Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Richards
- Michael Richards is a lawyer practicing adr - center for dispute resolution, antitrust, broker-dealer/registered investment adviser and 7 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Southwestern at Memphis, now Rhodes College in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Michael practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in Memphis, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Richards's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Richards handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Business & Corporate Law in Memphis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Memphis
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Richards is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Tennessee →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Memphis
Michael Richards is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Tennessee →
White Collar Crimes in Memphis
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Securities Law in Memphis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Memphis Choose Michael Richards
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Richards's practice in the field of business, ip, m&a, white collar, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Richards brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and m&a, Michael Richards can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Michael Richards attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Richards Handles in Memphis
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Richards directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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