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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Admiralty and Maritime
85%
31 years
State, Local, and Municipal Law
15%
31 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Law Offices of Alan Sanders Richard
333 Ball Dr, Tallahassee, FL, 32312-9750
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Alan Sanders Richard's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
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Brief and Accurate Response
Alan provides wonderful legal advice. He seems very thorough and knowledgeable in his areas of expertise
Posted by David | February 15, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Best lawyer in the world
I got his number from this Avvo site and called him. He talked to me for over an hour and explained everything to me and told me what to do. I never met anyone who knows this much about boats and the law. I called him several more times just to make sure I was doing what he said. I was able to wo...
Posted by Rodolfo | December 29, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Lien on my Auto tag
I am very grateful for you taking the time of your busy day to answer my legal question thank you.
Posted by Joshua | July 28, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very knowledgeable and helpful.
I asked a question and he responded promptly and with great attention to the case and details. He has given excellent advice that I will take. He replied multiple times ensuring I was taken care of. I am extremely grateful for that
Posted by Benjamin | May 17, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Amazing availability and knowledge!
Called and got to Alan right away. Was the most helpful person i've talked to in my whole life.
Alan Sanders Richard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He generously volunteers his time to thoroughly answer questions on this forum."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has given cogent advice on an admiralty issue that all other responders had missed. He should be consulted for "boat law" whenever such services are needed."
Willie Graves
State, local, and municipal law lawyer | Jul 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Knowledgeable contributor to Avvo discourse. I endorse this lawyer."
Thomas Kenny
State, local, and municipal law lawyer | May 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
"I endorse Mr. Richard. You can tell from his thorough responses to questions on Avvo and sage wisdom that he has the passion and compassion necessary to be a fine advocate. He spends his own time giving advice to the Avvo community and that is something worth noting."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great Maritime advocate!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
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"I am thoroughly impressed not only with the knowledge this attorney displays in his answers on the avvo website, but also on his ability to thoroughly and meaningfully explain the law to non-experts in the field in a way understandable to the lay person."
"I endorse this lawyer for his superb skill and expertise in the area of maritime law. In the Maritime Bar, Alan Richard is considered the maritime lawyer's "Lawyer" - possessing detailed knowledge of the applicable regulations, statutes, and cases relating to maritime law."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's smart and capable."
"I frequently read and agree with answers Mr. Richard posts on Avvo. He is a dedicated and skillful attorney whose answers are thorough, insightful, and especially well reasoned. Mr. Richard is a valued member of the Avvo community who is generous in sharing his time and expertise by spending considerable time participating on this site. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
"Mr. Richard called me about an AVVO posting, and we discussed Admiralty/Maritime law. I learned something new about that area of law within the first minute. It's quite obvious that this gentleman has a vast amount of experience in this area and would be an excellent resource to use on Florida and federal boating law issues. If I ever take on a BUI or other navigable waters issue for my clients, Mr. Richard is the attorney I will call."
"As a fellow admiralty lawyer, I have read Mr. Richard's answers to AVVO questions and have consistently been impressed with the knowledge and detail of the answers. I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Adam Jaffe
Admiralty and maritime lawyer
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Joanne Foster
Admiralty and maritime lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney/Consultant, Alan S. Richard
2000 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Admiralty Law, Florida State University College Of Law
2003 - 2010
Captain, Assistant General Counsel, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
1999 - 2003
Captain, Boating Safety and Waterways Management Coordinator, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
1994 - 1994
Certified Student Intern, Florida Supreme Coutr
1987 - 1999
Captain, Deputy Boating Safety Coordinator, Florida Marine Patrol
1985 - 1987
Lieutenant, FMP Academy, Florida Marine Patrol
1984 - 1985
Sergeant, FMP Training Section, Florida Marine Patrol
1977 - 1984
Marine Patrol Officer, Florida Marine Patrol
Associations
Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute
Director
Navigation Safety Advisory Council (US Coast Guard)
Member
Florida Bar, Admiralty Law Committee
Vice Chair
Education
1994
The Florida State University College of Law
JD with highest honors
1990
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
National Boating Accident Comprehensive Course
Navigation Rules in Boating Accident investigation and Analysis
2014
Federal Bar Association CLE
Criminal Law Considerations in Maritime Cases
2014
Admiralty Law CLE
United States Federal Laws and Florida State Laws & Regulations Applicable to Small Craft Pollution Discharge
2012
Environmental Permitting Summer School
Strict Limits on Local Government Regulation of Boating
2008
Continuing Judicial Education: Winter Conference
Boating Offenses: Penalties and Preemptions
Publications
2008
New Mexico Trial Lawyers Journal
Admiralty in the Desert
1997
Maritime Law Practice Manual
Pleasure Boats
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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