Atty. Russell B. Richards

Atty. Russell B. Richards

Mr. Russell B.

Atlanta Atlanta 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell B. Richards at a glance

Russell B. Richards is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and internet. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1974). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1974) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Russell B. Richards is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers & acquisitions, internet and 1 other area of law
  • Russell received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Russell practices at King & Spalding LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Russell B. Richards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Russell B. 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Russell B. Richards is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

Russell B. Richards is one of 17,958 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Russell B. Richards

Where is Russell B. Richards's law office located?
Russell B. Richards's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is King & Spalding LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell B. Richards handle?
Russell B. Richards focuses on business, m&a, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Russell B. Richards practiced law?
Russell B. Richards has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Russell B. Richards go to law school?
Russell B. Richards earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Russell B. Richards for a consultation?
You can contact Russell B. Richards directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Russell B. Richards received?
Russell B. Richards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1974
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1974

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