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Richard K. Vann

Richard K. Vann, Jr.

P: (334) 834-1180

F: (334) 834-3172

E: vann@copelandfranco.com

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Biography

Since 2011, Richard Vann has been providing skilled legal counsel in the areas of domestic relations, business litigation, financial services litigation, corporate investigations, landlord/tenant disputes, personal injury cases, and appeals.  With a strong background in finance and a meticulous approach to legal challenges, Richard has built a reputation for delivering results-driven solutions tailored to his individual clients' unique needs.  Since being admitted to the bar, Richard has been committed to delivering exceptional legal services to his clients ensuring their rights and interests are thoroughly represented and protected.

Richard started his career as a law clerk for the Honorable William M. Acker, Jr., United States District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama.  Afterwards he spent several years working for large regional law firm with a litigation practice focusing on financial services throughout the State of Florida.  Richard’s practice today relies on personal relationships, and each client receives Richard’s personal attention throughout the duration of their legal matter.

Richard believes in a client-centric approach, emphasizing clear communication, transparency, and personalized legal strategies. He understands the emotional and financial toll legal issues can impose and strives to offer compassionate yet assertive representation. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that every client deserves a dedicated advocate who will tirelessly work towards achieving the best possible outcome.


Richard's practice is characterized by a commitment to integrity, thoroughness, and client-focused advocacy. He leverages his Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credentials to provide specialized insight in corporate investigations and business litigation, ensuring that his clients receive comprehensive representation in complex legal matters.

 

As a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Richard brings a unique expertise to his corporate investigation practice as well as to divorce matters involving complex finances.  He is also an active member of the Montgomery County Bar Association and the Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program.  Richard is admitted to practice before all State Courts and U.S. District Courts in Alabama and Florida. 

 

When he's not practicing law, Richard enjoys playing tennis, cooking and spending time with his Wife and three daughters.
 

  • Domestic and Family Law

  • General Civil Litigation

Practice Areas
  • Education
    B.A., University of Alabama (1979) J.D., University of Alabama School of Law (1982)
  • Associations & Community Involvement
    Past President, Alabama State Bar Past Board of Bar Commissioners, Alabama State Bar Past President, Montgomery County Bar Association Chairman, Alabama State Bar Committee on Character & Fitness Member, Creation and Implementation of Jury Questionnaire Program for Montgomery County Member of Committee for Creation and Implementation of Jury Questionnaire Program for United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama Committee for Magistrate Appointments for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama Member of Committee for Expansion of Rules Governing Unauthorized Practice of Law for the Alabama State Bar Member of Committee for Rules Governing Admission to the Alabama State Bar Past Huntington College Board of Trustees Leadership Montgomery Director, Attorneys Insurance Mutual of the South, Inc. Past President, Hospice of Montgomery Past President, Goodwill of Montgomery Past President, Red Cross of Central Alabama Trustee, Dexter C. Hobbs Scholarship Program Past Vestry Member, Episcopal Church of the Ascension Past Director, The Montgomery Academy Past Member, various election committees for trial court judges in Montgomery County
  • Honors & Awards
    Alabama Law Foundation (Membership Limited to 1% of Alabama State Bar) Fellow, American Bar Association Best Lawyers in America, various "Lawyer of the Year" - "Bet-the-Company Litigation," “Commercial Litigation” and “Mediation” for numerous years Mid-South Super Lawyers (2018-2024) Alabama Super Lawyer (2008-2017) American Inns of Court Outstanding Moot Court Oral Advocate Award Law School Moot Court – Winning Team National Trial Advocacy Team Martindale-Hubbell, AV Peer Review Rated; AV Rating and AV Judicial Rating
  • News
    Copeland installed as 140th President of Alabama State Bar Copeland voted President-Elect of the Alabama State Bar
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