Atty. Paul Richmond

Atty. Paul Richmond

I will work with you to get the best result possible for your situation. I begin all my work with an intake which I do at reduced rate to assess your situation.

Bellingham Bellingham 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (360) 526-6890 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul Richmond at a glance

Paul Richmond is a Member based in Bellingham, Washington, practicing at Paul Richmond, Attorney at Law. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Washington (2002). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 2001). Serands clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I will work with you to get the best result possible for your situation
  • I begin all my work with an intake which I do at reduced rate to assess your situation
  • I start by seeing what you would like to resolve and work to bring a result as close to this as possible
  • I am a creative, out of the box thinker and am often able to obtain the solution my clients are looking for quickly and simply
  • I have worked on smaller simpler cases, as well as those that impact policy on local, state and federal levels
  • While no lawyer can guarantee a result, my background (including specialized training in mediation) allows me to resolve many issues quickly without the time and expense of litigation
  • I have resolved many disputes, including criminal, consumer, real estate and employment matters with a few letters and or phone calls
  • If we are forced to litigate my many years of experience as a researcher and investigator and hundreds of hours in Trial Advocacy Training gives me an advantage over most lawyers
  • I have what I need to practice law and do it well
  • I have an electronic library that includes 4,000 treatises with forms in more than fifty distinct areas of law and am versed in many Practice Areas
  • I am a member of numerous practice groups and trade information with countless other lawyers, giving me a brain trust comparable to the largest of firms
  • This includes the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyers, Washington Foreclosure Lawyers, Washington Criminal Defense Lawyers and others
  • I am constantly increasing my fields of knowledge and have many times the supplemental training required by the State Bar
  • I also bring a unique blend of applicable experience from my other careers including investigative reporting, psychology and media production
  • HONORS Jefferson County Bar President (2013), Board Member Clallam Jefferson Pro-Bono, King County Representative Young Lawyers Division, NW Regional Vice President National Lawyers Guild, Board member Washington State Bar Diversity Committee PRESENTATIONS Clallam County Bar Track 12.2013 Presentation on Foreclosure Law Basics of Freedom of Information Act and Public Records Law, Presentation 10.2013 Civil Liberties and Cases involving the U.S
  • Border Patrol, 8.2013, WSBA World Peace through Law Group A Local Practitioners Perspective on Foreclosure Law, 6.2013 Additionally, I have given presentations at numerous law schools, colleges and civil groups around the country
  • MEMBERSHIPS Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Washington Defender Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyer, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers, National Association of Consumer Lawyers, Whatcom Collaborative Professionals, and Collaborative Professionals of Washington

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Richmond's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Paul Richmond is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Paul Richmond is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Washington →

Foreclosure Defense

Paul Richmond is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Richmond

Where is Paul Richmond's law office located?
Paul Richmond's law practice is located in Bellingham, Washington. The firm is Paul Richmond, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Richmond handle?
Paul Richmond focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Paul Richmond practiced law?
Paul Richmond has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Paul Richmond go to law school?
Paul Richmond earned their education at (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Paul Richmond for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington School of Law
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2002

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