Building A Successful Business Law Firm And Health Advocacy Company With Bill Richmond

Hello, SPNers! Don Williams here, and I’ve got an exciting treat for you today. In this episode of the Proven Entrepreneur Show , I have the pleasure of introducing you to Dallas attorney and serial entrepreneur, Bill Richmond. Bill comes to the table with a wealth of experience and knowledge, and he’s here to share his captivating journey with us.

Commencing his career as a small business lawyer, Bill and his associates made a bold move by breaking away from the traditional big law firm model. Together, they founded their firm, Platt Cheema Richmond, which has since expanded to include 28 lawyers with offices in both Dallas and Houston. They handle a wide range of legal matters, from business law to commercial real estate, tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs like ourselves.

But that’s not all. Last year, Bill embarked on a brand-new venture with the establishment of CareGuide Advocates. This remarkable company is transforming the healthcare landscape by providing health transparency and advocacy services. They assist individuals, as well as businesses and health plans, in finding affordable and equitable care options, especially when dealing with surprise medical bills or exorbitant hospital charges.

During the episode, Bill shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and being discerning about the people you associate with. He underscores the value of lifelong learning as a cornerstone of success. Additionally, he delves into the power of intention, imagination, and the freedom to be exceptional in pursuing our dreams.

Now, I know you’re eager to dive deeper into this fascinating conversation, so don’t wait another moment. Tune in now to gain invaluable wisdom and explore how Bill’s firms, Platt Cheema Richmond PLLC and CareGuide Advocates, are making a significant impact in their respective industries. For more information about these remarkable ventures, visit cgasaves.com and pcrfirm.com . Trust me, this episode is a treasure trove of insights, so go ahead and hit that play button!

Thank you for joining me on this incredible entrepreneurial journey. Stay inspired, my friends!

About Bill Richmond

From St. Louis, Mizzou for undergrad, SMU Lawschool. Practiced in “BigLaw” doing business litigation before co-founding Platt Cheema Richmond PLLC (www.pcrfirm.com) in 2015. In nearly 8 years, served as Managing Partner and head of litigation representing entrepeneurs and companies in new media, healthcare, and commercial real estate. Firm now has 12 practice areas including private equity, tax, IP litigation, employment law, M&A, and commercial real estate across nearly 30 attorneys, with offices in Dallas and Houston. Handed off Managing Partner role to our M&A partner Robert Daniel in early 2022.

In 2022, merged a healthcare price transparency company with a patient advocacy business to form CareGuide Advocates (www.cgasaves.com). CGA focuses on helping self-insured employers, health plans, and TPAs manage health care claims through world class cost containment and proprietary health pricing tools. Both before individuals need care and after they’ve incurred surprise bills or outrageously overpriced hospital invoices, CGA deploys error analysis, bill negotiation, and financial assistance to bring down the costs both for the individual and the employer and their health plan. As co-founder and CEO, I help manage our various departments including sales and operations, and we currently have 16 employees across three states.

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