Pittsburgh PA law firm Tibbott & Richardson, managed by partners Beth Tibbott and Dana Richardson, focuses its practice on criminal defense and family law. The firm passionately upholds its goal of providing legal service to its clients with integrity, effectiveness, and kindness. The highly efficient team at Tibbott & Richardson understands that clients that come to them are going through one of the most challenging times in life. They believe that it is their God-given mission to help clients achieve freedom, hope, and future happiness. Tibbott & Richardson follows clear communication policies to ensure that clients can always reach them. Clients are apprised of their cases to ensure they know what to expect and when to expect it. The firm does not take every client, but those they do take are treated as part of the team.Tibbott & Richardson1040 Fifth Avenue, Fourth FloorPittsburgh, PA 15219(412) 444-7171https://www.TibbottRichardson.com/
Attorney Ashley Rundell
Attorney Ashley E. Rundell’s extensive experience in family law involves all areas of litigation, including divorce, custody, support, Protection from Abuse (PFA) Orders, adoption, and guardianship matters. Her understanding of complex issues allows her to be an efficient and effective advocate for her clients. In addition, Attorney Rundell’s background in criminal defense assists her in being a vigorous supporter for her client’s needs at all stages of the process.
Attorney Rundell graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2020 with a Certificate in Tax Law. While in law school, she was the Editor-in-Chief of the Pittsburgh Tax Review. She was a member of the Mock Trial Team, where she competed and won several competitions, including back-to-back wins of the law school’s Murray S. Love trial competition.
Attorney Rundell was also a member of the Student Bar Association, a Teaching Assistant in Legal Writing and Criminal Law courses, as well as a student representative in the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic. During her time at Pitt Law, she was the recipient of two awards recognizing her commitment to public service in the legal field.
Attorney Rundell graduated magna cum laude from Widener University where she earned a dual degree in both Political Science and Criminal Justice. She also holds minors in both Legal Studies and Accounting.
Attorney Rundell pursued a career in the legal field due to an overwhelming call to help others. While in law school, Attorney Rundell began as a Certified Legal Intern with Neighborhood Legal Services Association, representing clients in custody and PFA matters. Attorney Rundell completed internships with both the Allegheny County and Philadelphia County District Attorneys’ Offices. Following graduation, she worked as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Elliot C. Howsie in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas, managing dockets in both the Family and Criminal Divisions. Seeing the tremendous emotional and mental toll the legal system could have on some of her clients, Attorney Rundell knew that she wanted to continue her career assisting others in navigating through these tough times. Attorney Rundell has since spent her career in private practice, specializing in all areas of family and criminal defense litigation.
In her practice, Attorney Rundell strives to ensure her clients feel supported and informed throughout all stages of the legal process. She understands the importance legal counsel can play at such a vulnerable time in someone’s life, so she seeks to be a compassionate and empathic representative when clients need it most.
