Vaughn J. Richardson
About Vaughn
Vaughn defends commercial airlines and aircraft associations against product liability claims arising from aviation incidents, including both physical injury and property damage claims asserted against national and regional aviation clients.
Prior to joining Hinshaw, Vaughn successfully defended general contractors and subcontractors in construction negligence and personal injury litigation.
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- Illinois Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2023 – 2025
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, Student Bar Association, President; Trial Advocacy Society, Head of Chambers; Lenny B. Mandell Moot Court Competition, Finalist
Credentials
Education
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, JD, cum laude, 2020
- Lake Forest College, BA, 2016
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Co-Presenter, "Don’t Hit Send: Civility in the Profession," New Lawyer Starter Kit Basic Skills CLE Course, Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 2022
- Guest Speaker, IN RE Podcast, 2021
Publications
- Co-Author, Chapter 4, "Child Support," Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education's Family Law: Child-Related Issues in Dissolution Actions 2022 Edition
Interests
Did you know...
Vaughn is an Illinois native living in Chicago with her significant other and their mini zoo, which includes a French Bulldog and two former barn cats. There are likely more pets in Vaughn’s future as soon as she acquires a yard in the suburbs.
Community/Civic Activities
- Tri Delta, Epsilon Beta Chapter, Alumni Member
- David Mebuke Foundation, Volunteer
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Co-Presenter, "Don’t Hit Send: Civility in the Profession," New Lawyer Starter Kit Basic Skills CLE Course, Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 2022
- Guest Speaker, IN RE Podcast, 2021
Publications
- Co-Author, Chapter 4, "Child Support," Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education's Family Law: Child-Related Issues in Dissolution Actions 2022 Edition
