William Richardson

William O. “Billy” Richardson has been a prominent figure in North Carolina's legal landscape since his admission to the Bar in 1980. He is celebrated for his tenacity and effectiveness both in and out of the courtroom. Over the years, he has appeared before significant courts including the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, and the North Carolina Supreme Court.

Richardson continues to lead The Richardson Firm, aiming to deliver dedicated and competent representation to each client. His practice areas encompass Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Eminent Domain/Condemnation, Civil Rights, and Criminal Law.

Bar Admissions: Richardson was admitted to practice in North Carolina in 1980, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in 1985, and the Supreme Court of the United States in 2004.

Education: He earned his J.D. from Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in 1980 and his B.A. in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1977.

Among his notable cases is State v. Hennis, 323 N.C. 279 (North Carolina Supreme Court 1988).

Honors & Awards: Richardson has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and was listed in Super Lawyers from 2008 to 2011. He also holds an AV Preeminent rating.

Professional Associations & Memberships: He is a member of several professional organizations, including the North Carolina Bar Association, The North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the American Association for Justice. Since 1980, he has been a member of the Cumberland County Bar Association.

Richardson has also contributed to his community through various leadership roles, such as serving on the Board of Directors and as President of the YMCA, Chair of the Government Committee for the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, and President of the Education Foundation of Cumberland County.