Drew A. Richards

Drew A. Richards is an attorney at Copeland Richards, PLLC, representing individuals and businesses in North Carolina civil litigation and related matters. His practice includes contract disputes, construction disputes, property disputes, estate disputes, and personal injury. He also acts as outside general counsel for small and medium-sized businesses. His work helps clients respond to conflicts and evaluate practical steps before and during litigation.

Richards earned a J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2005 and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2000. He was admitted to practice in North Carolina in 2007 and in Wisconsin in 2005, where his license is currently inactive. His education and legal training support the varied analysis required for civil disputes, business advice, and transactions.

Richards handles business transactions such as commercial leases, company formation, asset acquisitions, and covenants not to compete. His litigation matters include a breach of contract arbitration resulting in an award approaching $800,000 and a construction-related arbitration in which his builder client faced a substantial claim but received an award of zero damages. He also serves as an independent mediator to assist parties seeking resolution outside court.

Richards has experience in trial, appellate, and arbitration-related civil matters, including published North Carolina Court of Appeals proceedings. In addition to dispute representation, he provides ongoing advice to businesses handling operational legal questions. Drew A. Richards combines litigation experience, transaction work, and mediation to help clients manage legal risk and choose a suitable path through a dispute.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Copeland Richards, PLLC
• Member, The North Carolina State Bar
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Former Board Member, Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus
• Elder, Storyhill Church
• Member, F3 Nation

Licensed State

• North Carolina
• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of North Carolina – Greensboro
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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