Brian is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Ford Richardson. He focuses his practice in the areas of business and commercial litigation, workers’ compensation defense and products liability. Since entering private practice, Brian has had significant trial experience including appellate experience arguing matters before the Virginia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Virginia. 

As a litigator, Brian has defended companies in shareholder disputes and breach of contract cases. He has defended automotive manufacturers and dealerships in products liability and breach of warranty cases. In addition, he has experience defending employment matters involving breach of non-compete agreements, and advising employers on reducing workplace injuries and implementing individualized risk management strategies.Prior to entering private practice, Brian clerked for the Honorable A. Christian Compton, Senior Justice, of the Supreme Court of Virginia. While in law school, he was the recipient of Alexander M. and Rose S. Harman Academic Scholarship. In addition, Brian was the first African American elected President of the Student Bar Association in the 150-year history of the law school. He also served as Class President and chaired a number of committees on behalf of the Dean and the student body. His service and commitment to the University was recognized upon graduation when he received the Calhoun Bond Award, which is given to the student who made the most outstanding contribution to the University.