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Richard Houston Powell

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Licensed for 50 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

I have been practicing law in Fort Walton Beach since my 1974 honorable discharge from the US Army stationed at Fort Hood, Texas as a Signal Corp officer but working as a Legal Assistant officer in ths SJA's office. I was also a prosecutor for the US Magistrate for federal matters occuring on post. I have served as town attorney for the Town of Cinco Bayou. Currently provide legal services for the Gulf Exhibition Corporation (Gulfarium) and FNBT Bank. I am on the board of Blessing of the Emerald Coast, Inc. which sponsors the Week of Blessings in the Greater Fort Walton Beach area.My wife, Cynthia and I have 3 adult children, five grandchildren and twins on the way in April 2017. I enjoy golf, oil painting, gardening, gourmet cooking and SEC sprots (War Eagle). Looking forward to cruising to Alaska next August. I am a follower of Jesus and we attend Destin United Methodist Church. I am past president of the FGBMFI and currently a member of the Christian Legal Society.During my 44 years of private law practice, I have handled most every type of legal matter. I have a general practice with an emphasis on commercial , real property and condominium litigation, bankruptcy, corporate formation and governance, family law & domestic violence, estates & probate, wills & trusts. I do not handle criminal cases or taxation matters. If I cannot handle your legal problem, I will refer you to someone who can do so competently and cost effectively.

Practices Areas

Bankruptcy & Debt

Real Estate

Family

Language

English

Contact

Richard H. Powell & Associates, P.A.92 Eglin Parkway N.E.P.O. Drawer 2167Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32549-2167

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Norman
December 29, 2016

I contact through a Church relationship. I interview Mr Powell and hired him based on his knowledge of the transaction that my partner and I wanted, Both my partner and I were pleased with the results.

Fran
December 28, 2016

This was my first time ever to need a lawyer over a legal matter and I must say it was a stressful situation. Mr. Powell from the very first call put me at ease. I had no doubt when he and his associates said they would take care of it, they would, and they did! Highly recommended!

Carter
December 25, 2016

Haveing a disability I needed the protection of a trust fund set up in my name. Mr. Powell not with me and discuss my options. Avenger up the necessary papers for my brother and I to sign. It was very fast and professional and I would highly recommend him.

Julie
December 23, 2016

Mr. Powell assisted my family in a very emotionally charged situation. He immediately went to work on our behalf. He was very thorough in handling the situation. He also showed great kindness to us. We had a very successful outcome and I attribute that to his dedication to see that truth prevailed. I would highly recommend Mr. Powell.

Frank
December 23, 2016

Mr. Powell handled legal work for my Real Estate company for many years and provided excellent results. At the time of my retirement, he handled all paper work for the sale of my business. The transaction went smoothly and on time.

anonymous
December 22, 2016

Mr. Powell was recommended to me by another lawyer from Pensacola. After contacting Mr. Powell he accepted my case which was complicated and my only true option was to file corporate bankruptcy. It was a very involved case and took hours of research and filing documents. Mr. Powell's assistance were helpful to organize and prepare for the hearing. At this point everything is going OK and Mr. Powell handled a few issues that arose in my case appropriately. Considering all that has taken place in my case I do not feel his cost were high nor has his firm charged me extra for case issues that have arose down the line. I would have to give Mr. Powell and his firm high marks for there work.

Rebecca
December 22, 2016

My husband and I have known Richard Powell approximately 40 years. He has been our personal and company lawyer for at least the last 30 years through good and bad times : real estate closings, dissolving a partnership, working through the legalities when a family member died leaving no will. He has always provided wise counsel.

Tom
December 22, 2016

Me against the Big Bank's legal team. Mr. Powell certainly leveled the playing field for me. Resolution through negotiation was better than expected. Impressed. Let's just say Goliath had a big knot on his head!

David
December 22, 2016

I contacted Mr. Powell's office to get guidance on how to be in the best position to acquire a foreclosed home. He personally met with me and my real estate agent and was very clear but thorough on what our next step should be. I don't plan on using any other counsel then Mr. Powell's office when needing real estate advice.

David
December 22, 2016

Rick is a fantastic Christian man who is very capable attorney. He has handled several real estate related matters for us and we were very pleased with the service and the price

Norman
December 29, 2016

I contact through a Church relationship. I interview Mr Powell and hired him based on his knowledge of the transaction that my partner and I wanted, Both my partner and I were pleased with the results.

Fran
December 28, 2016

This was my first time ever to need a lawyer over a legal matter and I must say it was a stressful situation. Mr. Powell from the very first call put me at ease. I had no doubt when he and his associates said they would take care of it, they would, and they did! Highly recommended!

Carter
December 25, 2016

Haveing a disability I needed the protection of a trust fund set up in my name. Mr. Powell not with me and discuss my options. Avenger up the necessary papers for my brother and I to sign. It was very fast and professional and I would highly recommend him.

Julie
December 23, 2016

Mr. Powell assisted my family in a very emotionally charged situation. He immediately went to work on our behalf. He was very thorough in handling the situation. He also showed great kindness to us. We had a very successful outcome and I attribute that to his dedication to see that truth prevailed. I would highly recommend Mr. Powell.

Frank
December 23, 2016

Mr. Powell handled legal work for my Real Estate company for many years and provided excellent results. At the time of my retirement, he handled all paper work for the sale of my business. The transaction went smoothly and on time.

anonymous
December 22, 2016

Mr. Powell was recommended to me by another lawyer from Pensacola. After contacting Mr. Powell he accepted my case which was complicated and my only true option was to file corporate bankruptcy. It was a very involved case and took hours of research and filing documents. Mr. Powell's assistance were helpful to organize and prepare for the hearing. At this point everything is going OK and Mr. Powell handled a few issues that arose in my case appropriately. Considering all that has taken place in my case I do not feel his cost were high nor has his firm charged me extra for case issues that have arose down the line. I would have to give Mr. Powell and his firm high marks for there work.

Rebecca
December 22, 2016

My husband and I have known Richard Powell approximately 40 years. He has been our personal and company lawyer for at least the last 30 years through good and bad times : real estate closings, dissolving a partnership, working through the legalities when a family member died leaving no will. He has always provided wise counsel.

Tom
December 22, 2016

Me against the Big Bank's legal team. Mr. Powell certainly leveled the playing field for me. Resolution through negotiation was better than expected. Impressed. Let's just say Goliath had a big knot on his head!

David
December 22, 2016

I contacted Mr. Powell's office to get guidance on how to be in the best position to acquire a foreclosed home. He personally met with me and my real estate agent and was very clear but thorough on what our next step should be. I don't plan on using any other counsel then Mr. Powell's office when needing real estate advice.

David
December 22, 2016

Rick is a fantastic Christian man who is very capable attorney. He has handled several real estate related matters for us and we were very pleased with the service and the price