Richard Murrell Carter, General Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Memphis, TN
Practicing general in Memphis since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Richard Murrell Carter is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and IP. Richard has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · IP
- Handles General, Insurance, and IP matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Richard Murrell Carter: Richard Murrell Carter is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and IP. Richard has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Richard's practice areas in Memphis
Richard concentrates on general, insurance, ip, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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IP
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Richard takes general matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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.
Insurance cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Richard takes insurance matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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.
IP cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Richard takes ip matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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.
Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Richard takes litigation matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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.
Personal Injury cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Richard takes personal injury matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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
Richard Murrell Carter, general attorney serving Memphis
Richard Murrell Carter is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and IP. Richard has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Richard works from Memphis, Tennessee and takes on general matters across the region.
Richard Murrell Carter is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, personal injury defense and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 46 years. Richard practices in Memphis, TN.
Working with Richard on a general matter
Richard Murrell Carter is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, personal injury defense and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 46 years. Richard practices in Memphis, TN.
The kind of cases Richard takes
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and ip matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Richard studied and practices
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1986 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1980 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Richard's legal honors and published work
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Richard Murrell Carter's office in Memphis
Richard's primary office is at 6410 Poplar Ave Ste 1000, Memphis, TN, 38119. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Richard Murrell Carter — 5.0/5 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 general attorneys in Memphis.
5.0
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How to hire Richard Murrell Carter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard Murrell Carter
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple general 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 Memphis?
Richard is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee 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 general 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
General attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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