Randolph E Richardson II

Randolph E Richardson II

also known as Rick Richardson

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at Woodbury, CT
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

39 Sherman Hill Rd Ste C203, Woodbury, CT

About Randolph

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 75%

31 years | 500 cases

75%
Personal Injury 25%

40 years | 1,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 39 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Giuliano Richardson & Sfara LLC

39 Sherman Hill Rd Ste C203, Woodbury, CT, 06798-3650

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Randolph E Richardson II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

5 star (22)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Anur | September 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I now have sole legal custody of my three children.

When I met with Attorney Rick Richardson in the summer of 2023 I was at the lowest point of my life. I had been in this country for three years with my wife and three children. My wife was not happy in our marriage and was not helping me raise our family. I was terrified that I would lose my home ...and my kids. Attorney Richardson never promised that he could solve everything but he assured me that with my hard work and his guidance we would achieve the best possible outcome. We did. I now have sole legal custody of my three children, a finalized divorce with no alimony payment, and a child support judgement in my favor. My kids are happy and safe. Thank you Rick, Isabel, and the rest of your team at GRS Law.

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best in the Business

Rick Richardson is a phenomenal family attorney. Rick and his paralegal Isabel navigated me through an arduous and strenuous divorce process. Rick was always available to communicate and strategize with me, keeping a constant flow of communication throughout the entire process. Rick always had a plan... and a backup plan to attack various issues and I always felt he was more prepared and knowledgeable that I could have asked for. I will recommend Rick to anyone that needs a family attorney as I don't believe there is anyone better. Thank you !!

Posted by Kimberly Parsell | April 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

There are no words to explain how extremely grateful I am. You were by my-side when I needed you. When I was down at my lowest you talked calmly and gave me the best advice to keep moving and to be strong. I highly recommend you and your office a thousand times over. Extremely professional, knowledg...eable and patient. Can’t say enough. Extremely grateful. Thank you so very much!

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gets to know you and gets the job done

After a car accident that happened during COVID, I was working with a lawyer who was not getting my case settled. Years of not getting anywhere, I was referred to Rick by one of my doctors and could not be happier with the outcome. Not only did Rick and his team get the case settled with the best pos...sible outcome, they took charge of a case that should have been settled years ago and got it finished in less than a year. He is also personable and puts you at ease immediately and did a wonderful job preparing me for my deposition, I highly recommend him and his team!

Posted by Katlyn | January 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Pre Nuptial Agreement

My partner and I knew we wanted a prenup before getting married, and we wrote up a “plain language” version of what we hoped to see / get out of the final legal document. Rick was an invaluable resource, asking clarifying questions, answering anything I was curious or unsure about, and making sure he... appraised me of the implications of exactly the way the contract was worded. He was extremely kind, helpful, and clear. His paralegal, Leslie, was also extraordinarily helpful and patient, managing details and keeping me appraised of updates. Rick is not inexpensive to hire, but I felt confident and justified in my decision to do so, as I was treated with respect, kindness, and received great counsel (literally).

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Randolph E Richardson II's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Randolph
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D. Susanne Snearly

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney."

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Michael Culkin

Family lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rick is an amazingly talented divorce lawyer. He is one of the most capable and intelligent professionals that I know. I cannot recommend Attorney Richardson highly enough."

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Mary Schinke

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rick is a wonderful lawyer. He is excellent in terms of knowledge, skill and client service."

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David Sfara

Personal injury lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathy Bower

Personal injury lawyer

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David Sfara

Estate planning lawyer

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Mary Brigham

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2019

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

BV rating, Martindale Hubbell

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Top Lawyers in Connecticut, The Legal Network

2014

Top Lawyers in Connecticut, The Legal Network

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyers in Connecticut, The Legal Network

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Partner, Giuliano RIchardson & Sfara LLC

Associations

2000 - Present

Woodbury Business Association

Member

2000 - Present

Southbury Business Association

Member

1986 - Present

Waterbury Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1986 - Present

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - 2013

Woodbury Business Association

Past President

Education

1986

University of Connecticut School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Grinnell College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Women's Forum: Thriving in Today's Stressful World

Relationship stress - from a divorce lawyer's perspective

Languages

English

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