Camala A. Richardson

I came to Cam’s office 6 years after my divorce was finalized. My initial divorce proceedings spanned 3 years of mediation and then litigation that left me paralyzed and confined by a vague separation agreement and a vindictive and rigid ex-husband. Even after years of consultation, my two previous... attorneys were not able to account for a mother whose employment requires time at sea. Cam seemed to intuitively understand my circumstances, she empathized with the abuse and hostility I had been living in and was willing to fight for a woman’s right to have both a career and care for her children. After one year of negotiation, my case went to trial. In preparation for the trial, Cam was available at any hour. She really researched the case, going far back into history to re-create and document a timeline of events and complicated family circumstances. Cam was respectful of my wishes to minimize contact with an abusive ex-husband in the courthouse and worked systematically and consistently on my behalf during the trial. She was stellar in her approach and delivery of evidence and facts. Because of her brilliant cross-examination, I was not required to take the stand or say ONE WORD in my defense during the trial. In what I am told was an unprecedented event, the judge decided quickly in my favor and before I knew what was happening, we were signing a modification agreement that gave me everything I had hoped for. I couldn’t be happier. Cam gave me my life back.

I had a really tough situation. My grandchild needed protection and I wasn't sure how to handle it. Cam helped me see that i HAD to do something. It was really tough. Cam helped me do what I needed to do. Cam went to court and I got to keep my grandchild safe. It still is hard. But I'm glad I ...did it. It was the right thing to do. I don't think I could have done it without Cam telling me it was more important to protect my grandchild. I have been taking baby steps but Cam has made sure everything has gone smoothly. I couldn't have done it without her. It was really complicated and emotional.

I met with Cam and told her my situation the mother of my daughter. Cam boiled it down for me so I could understand what going to court could do for me. After meeting with her, I was able to realize that I could spend thousands of dollars on legal fees, not really change a lot, and make things even... heated with my ex. I was ready to give Cam her retainer and she told me to go home, sleep on it, and decide if I want to spend my money on her or saving for my daughter's education. I decided that I wanted to save my money! But now I know how to be smarter about involving the courts in my case. If something happens and I need to go to court, I trust that Cam will do right by me. It is clear to me that Cam wants to make money as a lawyer she is not a lawyer that is going to take a case just to make money. Cam is an attorney with integrity and I don't think you find that every day. Especially in cases that have to do with divorce and kids. I would refer her to a friend or a family member. She gave me legal guidance and perspective that was very worthwhile. Thanks Cam! I didn't like everything you told me but I respect you for it.

My divorce was extremely stressful with my ex and I arguing about the kids, retirement money, real estate, etc. My ex said awful things! Cam helped me keep what was in front of the court in perspective. She helped me understand what to focus on for the court part of my divorce. Sometimes she said... it wasn't worth the fight because of the cost and other times she said it is worth the fight. I trusted her and found that she really listed to what was IMPORTANT TO ME. In court, she knew my case better than my ex's attorney. She would also meet with me after work and around my kids' schedules. My manager didn't like me taking a lot of time off and I needed to save my time for when I had to be with my kids. The divorce was awful but I think it would have been worse if I didn't have Cam as my attorney. A friend of mine was served with divorce papers this week and I had her call Cam. I know Cam will do right by my friend.