$ 200-300 per hour
Richard Houston Powell
About Richard
Biography
I have been practicing law in Fort Walton Beach since my 1974 honorable discharge from the US Army stationed at Fort Hood, Texas as a Signal Corp officer but working as a Legal Assistant officer in ths SJA's office. I was also a prosecutor for the US Magistrate for federal matters occuring on post. I have served as town attorney for the Town of Cinco Bayou. Currently provide legal services for the Gulf Exhibition Corporation (Gulfarium) and FNBT Bank. I am on the board of Blessing of the Emerald Coast, Inc. which sponsors the Week of Blessings in the Greater Fort Walton Beach area.
My wife, Cynthia and I have 3 adult children, five grandchildren and twins on the way in April 2017. I enjoy golf, oil painting, gardening, gourmet cooking and SEC sprots (War Eagle). Looking forward to cruising to Alaska next August. I am a follower of Jesus and we attend Destin United Methodist Church. I am past president of the FGBMFI and currently a member of the Christian Legal Society.
During my 44 years of private law practice, I have handled most every type of legal matter. I have a general practice with an emphasis on commercial , real property and condominium litigation, bankruptcy, corporate formation and governance, family law & domestic violence, estates & probate, wills & trusts. I do not handle criminal cases or taxation matters. If I cannot handle your legal problem, I will refer you to someone who can do so competently and cost effectively.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 54 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1971
No misconduct found
Location
Richard H. Powell & Associates, P.A.
92 Eglin Parkway N.E., P.O. Drawer 2167, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32549-2167
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Richard Houston Powell's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Norman | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sale of Real Estate to my partner
I contact through a Church relationship. I interview Mr Powell and hired him based on his knowledge of the transaction that my partner and I wanted, Both my partner and I were pleased with the results.
Posted by Fran | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
AMAZING-PROFESSIONAL-QUICK!
This was my first time ever to need a lawyer over a legal matter and I must say it was a stressful situation. Mr. Powell from the very first call put me at ease. I had no doubt when he and his associates said they would take care of it, they would, and they did! Highly recommended!
Posted by Carter | December 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fast and Effective.
Haveing a disability I needed the protection of a trust fund set up in my name. Mr. Powell not with me and discuss my options. Avenger up the necessary papers for my brother and I to sign. It was very fast and professional and I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Julie | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helpful, Courteous, and Thorough
Mr. Powell assisted my family in a very emotionally charged situation. He immediately went to work on our behalf. He was very thorough in handling the situation. He also showed great kindness to us. We had a very successful outcome and I attribute that to his dedication to see that truth prevailed...
Posted by Frank | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very professional
Mr. Powell handled legal work for my Real Estate company for many years and provided excellent results. At the time of my retirement, he handled all paper work for the sale of my business. The transaction went smoothly and on time.
Richard Houston Powell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
George Hawkins
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1985 - Present
President, Richard H. Powell & Associates PA
1974 - 1985
Attorney, Estergren, Fortune & Anchors PA
1972 - 1974
Legal Assistance Officer, US Army FT. Hood, TX
1971 - 1972
Law Clerk, US District Court ND Fla.
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Christian Legal SocietyMember
1974 - Present
Okaloosa-Walton County Bar AssociationMember
1971 - Present
Florida BarMember
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
Member
Education
1971
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor with honors
1968
Auburn University, Auburn
BS - Bachelor of Science with honors
Publications
N/A
Florida Law Review
Wild, Forged and Void Deeds
Activity
Legal Answers