J. Richard Townsend

Background

Townsend, J. Richard was born on September 29, 1952 in Lumberton, North Carolina, United States.

Education

East Carolina University (Bachelor of Arts, 1975). Wake Forest University (Juris Doctor, 1978).

Career

Worked at Baker & Jones, P.A. (Wilmington, North Carolina) specializing in Personal Injury Law. Wrongful Deaths.

Admitted to the bar, 1978, North Carolina. District Attorney, 16-B District, 1989-1994.

The firm is well known for handling personal injury cases throughout southeastern North Carolina.

In addition to liability issues, the firm is actively involved in insurance coverage litigation from the trial level through the appellate courts.

Achievements

• J. Richard Townsend has been listed as a reputable lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell.