About Joseph
Joseph L. Richardson is an attorney admitted to the State Bar of California on January 8, 2001. He is currently a partner at McCune Wright Arevalo, LLP, where he leads the Racial & Economic Justice Practice Group. His license status is active, and he is authorized to practice before all California courts as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Central, Northern, and Southern Districts of California.
Mr. Richardson earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Redlands in 1993 and obtained his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University School of Law in 1996. His academic background laid the foundation for his legal career, which began in 2011. Since then, he has also served as an adjunct professor, sharing his expertise with law students.
His practice areas include racial and economic justice cases, class actions, employment law, civil rights, and consumer and small business class actions. Mr. Richardson is experienced in various legal stages, including litigation, negotiations, and trials, reflecting his comprehensive approach to legal representation.
Throughout his career, Mr. Richardson has held several notable positions, including partner at his current firm since 2020 and adjunct professor since 2015. He is a member of multiple professional associations, including the National Bar Association and the American Association for Justice. His community involvement includes serving as a Redlands Planning Commissioner and teaching at LaVerne College of Law.
Mr. Richardson has received peer recognition, including a rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a Client Champion award. He is also active in media, serving as a commentator and hosting the Emmy Award-winning PBS show 'Inland Edition.' His contributions to the legal field extend to lecturing on various topics and engaging in community service through his professional associations.
