Richard A. Wright, Appellate Attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and General · 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatWright Stanish & Winckler
Las Vegas, NV
Practicing appellate in Las Vegas since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 3.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Richard A. Wright is a member based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and General. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wright Stanish & Winckler. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Las Vegas, NV
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Criminal Defense · General
- Handles Appellate, Criminal Defense, and General matters from Las Vegas, NV.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Richard A. Wright: Richard A. Wright is a member based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and General. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wright Stanish & Winckler. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Richard takes on
Richard concentrates on appellate, criminal defense, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Criminal Defense
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Appellate cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Richard takes appellate matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Richard takes criminal defense matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
General cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Richard takes general matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Richard A. Wright — appellate lawyer in Las Vegas
Richard A. Wright is a member based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and General. Richard has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wright Stanish & Winckler. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Richard A. Wright is a lawyer practicing criminal, appellate, gaming and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a degree from USC, and has been licensed for 54 years. Richard practices at Wright Stanish & Winckler in Las Vegas, NV.
Richard's approach to appellate cases
Richard A. Wright is a lawyer practicing criminal, appellate, gaming and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a degree from USC, and has been licensed for 54 years. Richard practices at Wright Stanish & Winckler in Las Vegas, NV.
Clients Richard works with
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, criminal defense, and general matters in Las Vegas and the surrounding Nevada area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
USC
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Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Nevada
1972 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at — in USC.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed — in USC. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Nevada is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Richard's professional memberships and bar associations
Clark County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers California Attorneys for Criminal Justice Nevada Trial Lawyers Association Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Board Member, 1990—) Nevada American Inns of Court (Master · membership
American College of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Richard A. Wright's office in Las Vegas
Richard's primary office is at 300 S. 4th St., Ste. 701, Las Vegas, NV, 89101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Richard A. Wright — 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Las Vegas.
3.0
1 client review
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How to hire Richard A. Wright — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard A. Wright
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Nevada typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Las Vegas?
Richard is licensed in Nevada. Matters governed by Nevada law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Richard?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new appellate clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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