About Tucker
Biography
Randolph Tucker Richardson, III, is a founding member of the law firm of Baldani, Rowland and Richardson established in 1988. He practices in all areas of state and federal criminal defense, from capital murder defense to DUI defense. He also practices in personal injury and automobile accident cases.
In 1988 Tucker was admitted to the Kentucky Bar Association and United States District Court for both the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky. He was also admitted to the United States Supreme Court in 1994.
Tucker received his B.S. in accounting from the University of Kentucky (1985) and his J.D. from the University of Louisville College of Law (1988). He has lectured extensively in many areas of criminal law, especially regarding DUI defense and drug detection dog cases. Tucker was recently voted by his peers as one of the top DUI lawyers in the State of Kentucky.
November 2012, Tucker won the AV Preeminent® Award from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating MH gives out. His peers rank him at the highest level of ethical standards and professional excellence. LexisNexis collects evaluations of lawyers by other members of the bar and the judiciary in the U.S. and Canada.
Tucker is the past president of the Kentucky Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers (KACDL). He is also a member of the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), as well as the American Bar Association, the Kentucky Bar Association, and the Fayette County Bar Association.
Tucker is an executive board member of the Children’s Charity Fund of the Bluegrass, and is a youth volunteer coach in both basketball and football programs within the Lexington Community. He attends Crossroads Christian Church with his wife and two children, where he volunteers in the nursery program.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
37 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kentucky for 37 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Tucker Richardson III
300 West Short Street, Lexington, KY, 40507
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Tucker Richardson III's Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
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Posted by David | November 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Seeing is believing
I saw Tucker in action in defense of a friend who was viciously attacked by powerful people out for blood. He won the case and won reimbursement for his client from the thugs who brutalized her and looked to have the power to get away with it. He sent them slithering away quickly and quietly.
Posted by Dawn | October 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great defense
I witnessed Tucker Richardson at trial when he defended my friend, Ginny Saville, owner of Botany Bay. A politically motivated SWAT team raid of her business destroyed tens, if not hundreds, of thousands of dollars of merchandise and generated trumped up charges. Rather than settling or pleading, Mr....
Posted by Ashley | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
The Absolute Best
Tucker saved my life, In everyway imaginable, because of him and who he is and what he does, I now have 2 children. I am forever in his debt!
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Lost daughter!
I would not hesitate to recommend Tucker Richardson III. Tucker has helped me on 2 different occasions with my daughter who has been addicted to drugs for years. Tucker was able to get her to the help she needed while also mentoring her along the way by talking to her in an honest and firm nature. He...
Posted by Omar | May 21, 2015
Above and beyond!
Tucker went above and beyond our expectations! He not only promised us great results; he gave us even better results than we were assured. We were recommended to Tucker by a friend who consistently spoke high accolades of him. After the results we were given, we know why he is known as the best! I wo...
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Replied last May 21, 2015Thank you Omar. It was a pleasure representing you and I'm glad that everything worked out. If I can ever be of assistance or answer a question, just call.
Tucker Richardson III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tucker is an excellent defense attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Tucker is a legend in Fayette County. When you need someone who will fight for you, Tucker is a great choice."
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I endorse this lawyer. Responsible and respected member of the legal community"
"I have known Tucker Richardson for many years and am pleased to recommend him for criminal law services in our courts. He is the epitome of professionalism as he serves his clients with great vigor. Because of my service as a judge here in Lexington, I can verify he is well-respected by the judges in our courthouses."
"Simply put, Tucker's work ethic is unmatched in his field. He will uncover all stones to give his clients the best representation possible. He has been doing this for a long time and the results speak for themselves. I'm proud to call him a co-worker, friend, and mentor. He has my highest endorsement."
"I highly endorse Tucker. He is a superstar criminal defense lawyer. He is aggressive, highly skilled, and he fights like a gladiator for his clients."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Managing Partner, Baldani, Rowland & Richardson
Associations
2015 - Present
American Board of Criminal LawyersMember
2014 - Present
National Trial LawyersMember
1993 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1989 - Present
Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony probation with expungement once off probation..ie..clean record!
Education
1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
Host of a panel of sitting Kentucky Circuit Court judges regarding the pitfalls and do nots in presenting the winning argument in the criminal case
2011
How to defend the Kentucky DUI case from opening to close with an emphasis on cross examining the arresting officer.
2010
How to defend the Kentucky DUI case from opening to close with an emphasis on cross examining the arresting officer
2005
How to prepare a strategy of innocence in the Kentucky DUI case along with a panel discussion
2002
The current state of the law in Kentucky relating to defending driving under the influence cases
1996
An ethical discussion of the pitfalls of representing the citizen accused
1990
The current law and practical aspects of defending the drug dog sniff
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can I sue after having my fourth amendment rights manipulated and denied by a deputy?
01 Apr 2017
If someone dies before their court date, do they lose the bail bond?
20 Mar 2015