Alyssa Richardson assists clients with a variety of economic development needs in South Carolina. Her clients include counties, cities, and large to midsize corporations. She provides advice and counsel to clients in all manner of economic incentives, including special source revenue credits, fees in lieu of tax payments (FILOTS), and development agreements.

Prior to joining Wyche, Alyssa served as Deputy Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Tim Scott. With Senator Scott, Richardson prioritized economic development and housing policy to advance South Carolina. At Wyche, Richardson draws upon that experience to provide comprehensive legal and advisory services focused on advancing business growth and job growth in South Carolina.

A former federal prosecutor in Columbia, SC, Alyssa’s time as an Assistant United States Attorney focused on economic crimes, including wire and tax fraud.

She is a graduate of Harvard Law School and holds a summa cum laude economics degree from Furman University. Alyssa is also the founder and CEO of Develop South Carolina, a real estate development and consulting firm focused on attainable housing. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Santee Cooper.