- DivorceFamily law and divorce matters are often stressful and emotionally exhausting, and Melinda strives to provide her clients with compassionate and realistic legal advice. She utilizes a hands-on approach, combined with thorough preparation and her knoweldge of our local legal system as she advances her client’s interests in each case.
- Child SupportEven when the parties agree on everything and want to enter into an out of court settlement – normally referred to as a separation agreement – there is a need for certain court orders for custody, child support and division of certain financial assets.
- Child Custody and VisitationWhen children are involved, the first thing parents want to know is how the child custody process works. If the child has resided in North Carolina for more than six consecutive months prior to filing (or for the majority of the child’s life when the child is less than six months old), you will file for custody in North Carolina.
- Adoption
- Spousal SupportA spouse can file a lawsuit for Alimony and Post Separation Support (the temporary form of alimony paid until the case is resolved) as soon as the parties separate. To obtain (or be held liable for) Post Separation Support and/or Alimony, the Court needs to determine the following...
- AnnulmentWe are often asked if it is possible to obtain an annulment in North Carolina. Despite popular belief, annulments are not effortless to obtain. Annulments are only issued if the marriage is deemed to be invalid, and this makes North Carolina’s requirements for annulments hard to meet.
- Criminal DefensePatrick Anstead is an experienced criminal defense attorney with extensive knowledge of the criminal justice system that clients can rely on during the most difficult time in their lives.
- DUI/DWIIf you’ve been charged with an impaired driving offense by Military Police then you must defend yourself in Federal Court where your case will be heard. This is because the DWI/DUI offense occurred on federal property and jurisdiction is with the United States Government.
- Wrongful DeathUnder North Carolina law, families who have suffered an unexpected loss as the result of another person or entities negligence have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit to obtain compensation for things such as medical bills, funeral expenses and other relevant damages.
- Traffic ViolationsWhether you are charged with a serious felony offense or simple traffic violation, Mr. Anstead will take the time to meet you in person and examine all the facts and evidence in your case.
- Sex Crimes
- White Collar CrimesInternal Corporate Investigations and Business Crimes involving accusations of embezzlement, internal theft, tax evasion or other white-collar crimes made against company executives. Our defense team includes veteran former prosecutors.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsI was facing a serious felony charge looking at 20 years. As soon as I stepped in the office, the staff were very polite and professional and took care of my case as if it was their own. I ended up walking away with a misdemeanor and a year probation. This law firm by hands down the best and at a reasonable price you can’t beat anywhere else. Thank you Richardson Law-Firm, and a special thanks to Kris Poppe. I can enjoy life with my kids now.
- Embezzlement
- Drug Crimes
- Assault
- MurderFrom stop sign violations to capital murder charges, our experienced criminal defense attorneys in Fayetteville will fight on your behalf. Our No. 1 priority is to protect your rights and interests.
- Homicide
- Business DisputesWhen contract expectations are not met, businesses and professionals turn to The Richardson Firm for legal assistance and defense. With the help of our experienced contract dispute lawyers in Fayetteville, you can trust that you’re in good hands. We understand that contract disputes are a high-stakes matter and we will stand and fight on your behalf. You can depend on our team for the legal support you need.
- Intellectual Property
- Workers CompensationPredicting the effects of a devastating workplace accident is nearly impossible, and life after an accident or injury is difficult for the injured worker and their family. If you have been injured on the job, you may be able entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.
- Real Estate LitigationReal Estate Litigation—representing landowners and developers in disputes ranging from complex commercial foreclosures to boundary, easement and restrictive covenant disputes, leasing disputes, lien disputes, and other land use matters, including wetlands and similar environmental land use.
- Premises LiabilityFor more than 32 years, we at The Richardson Firm, PLLC, have been pursuing the rights of our Fayetteville area clients in premises liability cases. To speak directly with one of our skilled attorneys, contact us to schedule your consultation.
- Construction LitigationInsurance Litigation—representing corporate policy holders and insurers in complex litigation involving insurance coverage (including D&O coverage), reinsurance and bad faith claims.
- Eminent DomainWhile people may think that their private home or business is safe from government condemnation, everyone is vulnerable in this situation. With the help of the eminent domain attorneys at The Richardson Firm in Fayetteville, NC, you are not powerless.
- Easement
- Land Use and Zoning
- Personal InjuryYour recovery is our top priority. Our professional personal injury lawyers in Fayetteville are experienced in personal injury claims, and we will represent individuals in the following legal situations...
- Medical MalpracticeOur experienced wrongful death lawyers have handled multiple cases arising from incidents such as motor vehicle accidents or medical malpractice suits.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning
- Foreclosure