Richard D. Carter, PLLC was founded on the premise that the highest quality of legal representation can be provided when the expertise and experience of all its attorneys and staff combine their talent and drive on behalf of each client. Our unique “team” approach means that your case is handled effectively and economically. We have appeared in State and Federal Courts thousands of times. We know what goes on in a courtroom and we can prepare our cases efficiently to save the client worry and expense. But, since we regularly appear in Court we can represent your interests aggressively if that is necessary. To this end, the firm is committed to providing unsurpassed legal representation to clients, large and small, in a cost-effective manner.

We are proud to have received the coveted "A-V" rating bestowed by Martindale-Hubbell on only the best attorneys and firms. This rating signifies that our "legal abilities are of the very highest standard" and our "professional ethics are unquestioned." Each client project, large or small, receives this same caliber of hard work, professionalism, and quality.

Our small size works to our clients' benefit through lower overhead, personal attention, and increased efficiency. Our office, conveniently located next to the U.S. Federal Courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia features state-of-the art computer networks with legal research capabilities, and full conference and meeting facilities. We are committed, personally and professionally, to ensuring that our work is properly tailored to the clients' needs and budgets, and that it encompasses the highest standards of quality and judgment.