Atty. William O. Richardson

Atty. William O. Richardson

Mr. William O.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (910) 753-0681 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William O. Richardson at a glance

William O. Richardson is a Member based in Fayetteville, North Carolina, practicing at The Richardson Firm. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and zoning. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals (1985), and Supreme Court of the United States of America (2004). Educated at Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fayetteville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William O. Richardson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, wrongful death, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices at The Richardson Firm in Fayetteville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

William O. Richardson's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

William O. Richardson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

Wrongful Death

William O. Richardson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

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.

William O. Richardson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

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.

William O. Richardson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Land Use & Zoning

William O. Richardson is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William O. Richardson

Where is William O. Richardson's law office located?
William O. Richardson's law practice is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The firm is The Richardson Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William O. Richardson handle?
William O. Richardson focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has William O. Richardson practiced law?
William O. Richardson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William O. Richardson go to law school?
William O. Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Political, 1977).
How can I contact William O. Richardson for a consultation?
You can contact William O. Richardson 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 William O. Richardson received?
William O. Richardson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
- 1980
B.A. Political
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1985
Supreme Court of the United States of America
Admitted: 2004

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