Richard J. Crow

Richard J. Crow

Tax Law

5.0 (1 reviews)
Wilmington, North Carolina
25+ years experience
Ward and Smith PA
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Contact Information

University Corporate Center, 127 Racine Drive, P.O. Box 7068, Wilmington, NC 28406-7068
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Bio

Richard has significant experience in a broad range of business law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, private securities offerings, and start-up businesses. He recently served as in-house counsel for a major background screening and compliance provider, giving him the rare experience of managing both the inside and outside counsel roles for the same entity. That experience colors his practice, and Richard is now known as "an inside counsel's outside counsel."During his legal career, Richard has amassed extensive experience representing small and large companies on issues such as business structuring and organization, contract negotiation and drafting, corporate governance, and business succession planning. In addition, Richard assists companies and individuals with their tax planning needs and represents clients on tax disputes before the Internal Revenue Service, North Carolina Department of Revenue, and property tax authorities. Richard has significant experience in a broad range of business law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, private securities offerings, and start-up businesses. He recently served as in-house counsel for a major background screening and compliance provider, giving him the rare experience of managing both the inside and outside counsel roles for the same entity. That experience colors his practice, and Richard is now known as "an inside counsel's outside counsel."During his legal career, Richard has amassed extensive experience representing small and large companies on issues such as business structuring and organization, contract negotiation and drafting, corporate governance, and business succession planning. In addition, Richard assists companies and individuals with their tax planning needs and represents clients on tax disputes before the Internal Revenue Service, North Carolina Department of Revenue, and property tax authorities. Richard has significant experience in a broad range of business law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, private securities offerings, and start-up businesses. He recently served as in-house counsel for a major background screening and compliance provider, giving him the rare experience of managing both the inside and outside counsel roles for the same entity. That experience colors his practice, and Richard is now known as "an inside counsel's outside counsel." During his legal career, Richard has amassed extensive experience representing small and large companies on issues such as business structuring and organization, contract negotiation and drafting, corporate governance, and business succession planning. In addition, Richard assists companies and individuals with their tax planning needs and represents clients on tax disputes before the Internal Revenue Service, North Carolina Department of Revenue, and property tax authorities.

Practice Areas

Tax Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Tax Law
  • "Legal Elite," Business North Carolina, Corporate, 2023

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025

Education

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, B.A., graduated 2000
  • University of Florida, LL.M., graduated 2005
  • North Carolina Central University, J.D., graduated 2004

Reviews

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Nicholas Rogers

2 weeks ago

Excellent Business Law Guidance

Working with Richard Crow was an outstanding experience. As a small business owner navigating a complex merger, his deep expertise in corporate law and tax planning proved invaluable. His strategic approach and meticulous attention to detail ensured a smooth transaction, saving us time and money. Richard’s 25 years of experience and recognition in Legal Elite for Tax Law and Corporate practice gave us confidence in his ability to handle our case. He was always available to answer questions, explained legal complexities clearly, and tailored solutions to our unique needs. His professionalism and dedication to achieving the best outcome made the entire process seamless. Highly recommend for any business law matter!

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