Crystal M. Richardson is not your typical attorney. Crystal M. Richardson is a seasoned legal professional with over a decade of experience, standing out in a legal landscape where representation for marginalized communities is scarce.

In the United States, less than 4% of attorneys are African American, and even fewer are Black women specializing in estate planning, estate administration, and heirs’ property law. This glaring gap in representation has fueled Crystal’s unwavering dedication to these crucial practice areas.
Crystal is the founder and managing attorney of the Law Office of Crystal M. Richardson, PLLC.

Empathy drives Crystal’s legal practice. She recognizes that historically, African Americans and people of color have often lacked the essential estate planning documents. She is resolute in her commitment to changing this narrative. With Crystal, clients find more than just a lawyer; they find a trusted partner who approaches their estate planning affairs with compassion and respect.

Attorney Crystal M. Richardson is known for her unwavering dedication. She is a fierce advocate for her clients, approaching each legal matter with determination and focus. For her, every client’s needs are significant, and she provides counsel based on the totality of their circumstances. Crystal listens, values, and understands her clients, ensuring their voices are heard as she navigates the intricacies and nuances of law.

Crystal is not a litigator – rather, she believes in collaborative solutions. Mediation and other non-adversarial approaches are her preferred methods to achieve peaceful resolutions that leave all parties satisfied. Should litigation become necessary, Crystal guides her clients to the right litigators, ensuring they receive the best representation.

Crystal earned her J.D. at the Charlotte School of Law, where she graduated with pro bono honors, a testament to her dedication to civil rights and justice. She holds dual degrees in French and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Beyond her legal practice, Crystal actively contributes to her community. She serves as a board member for several organizations, including the Leading on Opportunity Council, MeckPAC, Human Rights Campaign, Equality NC, and the Pauli Murray LGBTQ+ Bar Association. She’s also a member of the Guilford County Bar Association and participates in the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for the North Carolina Bar Association’s Estate Planning and Fiduciary Committee.

When not championing her clients’ rights, Attorney Crystal M. Richardson finds solace in yoga, running, and West African dance. She resides in High Point, NC, alongside her spouse.

In a legal world striving for diversity and empathy, Crystal M. Richardson stands as an embodiment of both. She continues to make an indelible mark in the realm of estate law, offering clients not just legal counsel, but a partner who genuinely cares about their future, their families, and their intergenerational wealth.