Anna M. Richardson is a partner at McMahan Winstead & Richardson and a licensed attorney who has spent her career immersed in the Tennessee legislative process. She joined the firm in 2011 and became a partner in 2018. Anna's experience on Capitol Hill began as a legislative intern in the office of the Senate Majority Leader. After earning her law degree from the University of Memphis in 2008, she returned to the General Assembly as a member of the Senate staff, serving as Executive Assistant for Policy and Research in the office of the Senate Speaker Pro Tempore and as Research Analyst for the Senate Commerce, Labor and Agriculture Committee under Senator Jack Johnson.
Throughout her career, Anna has contributed to major legislation impacting highly regulated industries, including alcohol, tobacco, and sports wagering, while also leading legislative efforts on behalf of businesses seeking practical solutions to complex challenges. She brings extensive legislative experience, strong relationships across the Capitol, and a sophisticated understanding of both policy and the political dynamics behind it. Anna has earned a reputation as a thoughtful, strategic, and highly effective advocate whose ability to navigate complex legislative and regulatory issues makes her a trusted partner to clients seeking meaningful results.
