71A District Court Judge · Lapeer County
Meet Dave Richardson
A faithful Christ follower; a dedicated husband, father, and Papa; and an attorney with 44 years of experience, running to serve the people of Lapeer County.
Faith & Family
Faith and Family
Dave is a follower of Christ who has long been involved in the ministries of North Branch Wesleyan Church. He is a dedicated husband, father, and Papa, investing in the lives of his two daughters and nine grandchildren.
- Christ follower
- Husband & father
- Papa to nine
Community
In the Community
Dave has been involved in coaching children in a variety of sports, from the preschool to the varsity levels, pouring into young people across Lapeer County.
- Youth coach
- Local roots
Why I'm Running
As both a Christian and a citizen, I believe that we are called to make a difference when presented with that opportunity.
Dave Richardson
Outside the Courtroom
Off the Clock
Chasing the Tigers
Dave and his wife are working their way to every MLB stadium, chasing the Detroit Tigers around the country.
Garden, Lawn, and a Good Book
When he isn't at a ballgame, you'll find Dave working in his garden and lawn or reading a book.
Working-Class Roots
Dave grew up in a working-class family. He worked through junior high, picked apples to buy winter coats, and financed his own college and law school education.
The Law
A Career in the Courtroom
Dave has practiced law for 44 years, with valuable experience in a wide variety of legal matters, particularly those that come within the jurisdiction of the District Court. He is in the courts of Lapeer County and other counties on an almost daily basis, has witnessed the best practices of other courts, and has advocated for hundreds of clients.
- 44 years
- District Court
- Hundreds of clients
Experience
Four Decades in the Law
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