Atty. Rick Sharp
Rick Sharp is a lawyer practicing real estate law, tax law, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Environmental Law & More Attorney · Serving Burlington, VT · 47+ Years Experience
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About Rick Sharp at a Glance
Rick Sharp is a personal injury, real estate, tax, and environmental attorney based in Burlington, Vermont. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1979). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1978) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1975). Serves clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick Sharp
- Rick Sharp is a lawyer practicing real estate law, tax law, environmental law and 1 other area of law
- Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Rick practices in Burlington, VT
Practice Areas Explained
Rick Sharp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick Sharp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burlington.
Personal Injury in Burlington
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Rick Sharp is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Vermont →
Real Estate Law in Burlington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Rick Sharp is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Vermont →
Tax Law in Burlington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Rick Sharp is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Vermont →
Environmental Law in Burlington
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Rick Sharp is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Vermont →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Burlington
Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont 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 Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Burlington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burlington-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 Burlington Choose Rick Sharp
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 Rick Sharp's practice in the field of personal injury, real estate, tax, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rick Sharp brings 47+ 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 personal injury, real estate, and tax, Rick Sharp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Burlington
A Burlington-based practice means Rick Sharp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Rick Sharp Handles in Burlington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Rick Sharp has experience with under Vermont law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Rick Sharp directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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