Timothy G. Richard

Timothy G. Richard is a shareholder at Serkland Law Firm in Fargo whose practice focuses on Trusts & Estates, Real Estate, and Business Law. He advises individuals, family farms, and businesses on estate and tax planning, succession matters, real estate issues, contracts, and governance. His work helps clients organize ownership, prepare for transfers, address business relationships, and manage legal questions that can affect family assets or operating enterprises over time.

Tim earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 1997 and a B.S. in Economics from North Dakota State University in 1992. In law school, he served on the Board of Editors of the North Dakota Law Review, participated in the Environmental Law Society and national moot court competition, and was elected to the Order of the Coif. He also received the Best Oralist Award at the Pace University Environmental Law Moot Court competition.

Before joining Serkland Law Firm in 1999, Tim served as a law clerk to United States Magistrate Judge Karen Klein. His current practice includes complex estate, tax, and succession planning, business contracts and governance, and real estate matters. He works with individuals and organizations to structure plans, document relationships, and address legal issues before they become disputes. He has been a shareholder at Serkland Law Firm since 2006.

Timothy G. Richard combines estate, real estate, and business experience with a strong academic and judicial background. His work often involves matters where tax considerations, ownership structures, family goals, and business continuity must be evaluated together. By helping clients plan transfers, document agreements, and understand long-term consequences, he provides practical legal guidance for individuals, family enterprises, and businesses managing important property and succession decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Serkland Law Firm
• Member, State Bar Association of North Dakota
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of South Dakota
• Member, Cass County Bar Association
• Fellow, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
• Past President, Red River Valley Estate Planning Council
• Past President, Dakota Southeast Chapter of Pheasants Forever
• Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designee, National Association of Estate Planners and Councils

Licensed State

• North Dakota
• Minnesota
• South Dakota

Education

• University of North Dakota School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• North Dakota State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS) in Economics

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