John E. Richmond

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About John E. Richmond

I’m John Richmond, Co-Founder and CEO of Richmond Vona, LLC, a personal injury law firm based in Buffalo, NY. Our team is driven by a simple, but powerful mission: provide the best firm culture, best client experience, and best results in the field of personal injury law. Every day, we strive to serve injured individuals and their families with unwavering compassion, relentless advocacy, and unmatched professionalism. When Keith Vona and I started Richmond Vona in 2019, we set out to challenge the traditional perceptions of personal injury lawyers. For us, it’s about more than just securing results, it’s about building a team and a culture that truly puts people first. From the very beginning, we’ve focused on fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to grow, collaborate, and deliver exceptional service to those who trust us during the hardest moments of their lives. Our dedication to clients and team culture has been recognized along the way, including being named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces in 2024 and earning a spot on the Inc. list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies. These honors reflect our commitment to doing the right thing—not just in our cases, but in how we operate every day. With over 15 years of experience as a personal injury attorney, I’ve worked tirelessly to hold corporations and insurers accountable for the harm they cause. At Richmond Vona, we’ve secured over $175 million in settlements and verdicts for injury victims—a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible team. Born and raised in Western New York, I take great pride in advocating for my community. I’m passionate about building a firm that not only delivers outstanding results but also redefines what it means to care for clients. I’m equally passionate about learning what it takes to be the best leader I can be. Leadership is a journey, and I dedicate myself to constantly growing, understanding how to empower my team, and building the best business possible. I’m also deeply committed to supporting the next generation of legal professionals. Helping young lawyers and law school students find their path in the profession is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. Whether through mentorship or simply being a resource for navigating the early years of practice, I believe in empowering future leaders to succeed. If you’re as passionate about building strong teams, delivering excellent service, or creating lasting change in the legal field as I am, I’d love to connect and learn from each other. Let’s start the conversation.