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Richard Beam Law Office

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 62 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(62) 75 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsSpecial Needs PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Richard Beam Law Office
Services
Wills & Trusts, Special Needs Planning, Estate & Trust Litigation
Reviews
62

What recent reviews say

Most clients report strong criminal defense results and a personal touch; Richard Beam receives consistent five-star praise for federal and local cases. One recent complaint alleges mishandling, creating a mixed picture.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • criminal defense expertise
  • client advocacy
  • personable approach
  • case outcomes
  • courtroom respect
knowledgeableresponsive-communicationpersonalized-serviceprofessional-demeanortrustworthy
Best for: clients needing federal or state criminal defense in Gaston County

Strengths

  • federal court admissions
  • 25+ years operating
  • local courtroom standing

Worth knowing

  • Richard Beam is the lead attorney
  • daughter Megan mentioned in case updates
  • federal case dismissals reported
  • cases handled locally and federally

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 63% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 73
Review volume 78
Review recency 97
Review sentiment 53
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-08-02