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Kathy Williams Richardson
also known as Kathy Richardson, Kathy S. Williams
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Biography
I help people who are facing felony and misdemeanor criminal and traffic charges and driver’s license revocations. I also represent people on a wide array of family law issues such as Separation and Divorce, Child Custody and Support, and Alimony and Equitable Distribution.
I have been a criminal defense attorney since the beginning of my career. I worked as an Assistant Public Defender in both Gaston and Durham Counties, before I decided to move to private practice and left the Public Defender’s office to open my own law firm. During all of this time, I served in the U.S. Army Reserves, and attained the rank of Captain. In 1996, I was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army Reserves after serving nine years on active duty and in the Reserves.
When I got married, I changed my last name to Richardson, and later, changed the firm name from Kathy S. Williams, PLLC to Richardson Law Firm, PLLC. Since 1996, the Richardson Law Firm, PLLC has been helping clients in Durham and the surrounding counties in the areas of Criminal, Traffic, Family, and Landlord/Tenant law.
If you have been charged with a Criminal or Traffic offense, have a revoked driver’s license, or need assistance with issues relating to marriage, divorce and children, please contact Kathy Williams Richardson today.
Call Richardson Law Firm. Experienced and dedicated. Free consultations available on some cases.
Protect yourself and your freedom. We offer free consultations for your criminal charge.
We have reasonable consultation fees for family law and domestic cases. Please call for details.
Please call for a consult. We have reasonable consultation fees for family law and domestic cases.
DWI? License Revoked? Got a Speeding Ticket? Call us for a free consultation on your traffic case.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
40%
Criminal Defense
25%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2018 2016
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Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 33 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Kathy Williams Richardson's Reviews
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Posted by Jas | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Compassionate and knowledgeable
I live on the west coast and found out at 1pm, my time, 3pm NC time, I needed legal help. She answered my call and went above and beyond to help take care of my legal problem in NC. Keeping me informed and making sure all legal matters where handled to my specific timeline.
Kathy Richardson
Replied last June 16, 2017I was certainly happy to help you out on that one. Thanks for the review.
Kathy Williams Richardson's Lawyer Endorsements
Roderick Allison
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Atty. Richardson has done an excellent job on Traffic and Family Law cases I've referred to her over the years. Above all, her reputation for integrity and honesty in the legal profession, as well as with her clients, has been well earned!"
"I am impressed with Ms. Richardson's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Kathy is utterly professional, diligent in seeking answers which help her clients, and has a big heart and a fantastic personality. A great lawyer- one who makes me glad to be in the same profession. I endorse her whole heartedly!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy called me regarding a criminal matter she was handling in North Carolina that involved New York law.I discussed the matter with her and found her to be very knowledgeable and well informed.She was prepared and ready to do an excellent job A pleasure to speak with."
"I fully endorse Attorney Richardson. I was very impressed with the way she approached her client's case. Attorney Richardson has a unique ability to see the "the big picture" while working to resolve complex family law conflicts."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy Williams Richardson is a very diligent and professional attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Roderick Allison
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
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Criminal defense lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2024
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
2019, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Attorney, Richardson Law Firm, PLLC
1996 - 1999
Attorney, Law Office of Kathy S. Williams
1994 - 1996
Assistant Public Defender, Durham County Public Defender's Office
1992 - 1994
Assistant Public Defender, Gaston County Public Defender
1987 - 1996
Commissioned Officer, U. S. Army Reserves
Associations
North Carolina Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Education
1992
Wake Forest University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
East Carolina University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Kathy earned significant contribution points in 2019.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I Need Legal help for this
27 Jan 2026
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Can a lawyer get my potential sentence reduced?
01 Jul 2025
Q&A
Hello, I got a reckless driving ticket in 2018 I’m wondering if I can get it reduced i know it’s impossible to get it expunged ?
03 Feb 2025