Richard B. Schwartz, Personal Injury Attorney in Tuskegee, Alabama
Over 45 years of legal practice · 2.9/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
MemberatThe Cochran Firm
Tuskegee, AL
Practicing personal injury in Tuskegee since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 2.9 ★
- 8 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Richard B. Schwartz is a member based in Tuskegee, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Cochran Firm. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
- Based in
- Tuskegee, AL
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Tuskegee, AL.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Richard B. Schwartz: Richard B. Schwartz is a member based in Tuskegee, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Cochran Firm. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Richard B. Schwartz
Richard concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Tuskegee, Alabama
Richard takes personal injury matters in Tuskegee, Alabama. 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
About Richard B. Schwartz — Over 45 years of Alabama personal injury experience
Richard B. Schwartz is a member based in Tuskegee, AL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Cochran Firm. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Richard B. Schwartz is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Richard B. received a B.A. degree from Millsaps College, Jackson, MS, and has been licensed for 45 years. Richard B. practices at The Cochran Firm in Tuskegee, AL.
Working with Richard on a personal injury matter
Richard B. Schwartz is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Richard B. received a B.A. degree from Millsaps College, Jackson, MS, and has been licensed for 45 years. Richard B. practices at The Cochran Firm in Tuskegee, AL.
Who Richard represents
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Tuskegee and the surrounding Alabama area.
Credentials
Richard B. Schwartz's legal education and bar admissions
University of Mississippi School of Law
J.D. · 1981
Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. History Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Mississippi U.S. Dis
1981 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi School of Law and — in Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. History Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in University of Mississippi School of Law and — in Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. History Millsaps College, Jackson, MS B.A. cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Alabama is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Richard B. Schwartz
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Richard B. Schwartz's office in Tuskegee
Richard's primary office is at 306 N. Main St., Tuskegee, AL, 36083. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Richard B. Schwartz — 2.9/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
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 personal injury attorneys in Tuskegee.
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8 client reviews
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How to hire Richard B. Schwartz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury 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 personal injury attorney in Tuskegee, Alabama
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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 personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard B. Schwartz
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a personal injury 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 personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Alabama typically take?
Simple personal injury 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 Tuskegee?
Richard is licensed in Alabama. Matters governed by Alabama 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 personal injury 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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