About R. Linley
R. Linley Richter is a seasoned family law attorney located in Cordova, Tennessee, with over 30 years of dedicated experience in divorce and family law matters. He is the founder of Richter Family Law Group, P.C., which operates offices in both Cordova and Franklin, Tennessee. The firm specializes in many family law cases, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, adoption, and issues related to dependency and neglect. This comprehensive approach allows Mr. Richter and his team to address the needs of each client effectively. In 1986, Mr. Richter earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics from Middle Tennessee State University.
Following his undergraduate studies, he attended the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, where he graduated with a Juris Doctor in 1991. While in law school, he was an active member of the Moot Court Board and received the prestigious Best Brief Award during the Mock Trial Competition. His academic achievements laid a strong foundation for his legal career, which began when he was admitted to the Tennessee State Bar in 1992. Mr. Richter's legal credentials extend beyond state law; he is also licensed to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
His commitment to the legal profession is evident through his active membership in the Memphis Bar Association, where he has served as president of the Solo/Small Firm section. In 2013, he took on a leadership role by leading the military divorce segment of a seminar titled "Advanced Family Law," sponsored by the National Business Institute. This seminar highlighted his expertise in military divorce issues, and he has continued to conduct several seminars on this topic since then. Richter Family Law Group, P.C. offers specialized services tailored to military families, addressing challenges such as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and the division of military retirement benefits. This focus reflects Mr. Richter's understanding of the complexities faced by military personnel and their families during legal proceedings. His firm aims to provide compassionate and knowledgeable representation to those navigating these often challenging circumstances.
Beyond his legal career, Mr. Richter has a diverse background that includes interests in music and aviation. He was awarded the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award during high school and initially majored in Commercial Music at Belmont College before transferring to Middle Tennessee State University. Additionally, he is a licensed pilot, a hobby he continues to enjoy. Mr. Richter resides in Cordova with his wife, Kathy, whom he married in 1993. In 1998, they expanded their family by adopting a son named Joshua from Soc Trang, Vietnam. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, playing golf, working out, cooking, and playing music, reflecting a well-rounded and fulfilling life both personally and professionally.
