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Jose Ignacio Rivas
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Biography
As a result of his extensive corporate experience, Jose decided to pursue a legal education at FAMU College of Law in 2003. During his legal education, Jose was elected to fundraiser committee of HALSA (Hispanic American Latino Student Association) at FAMU College of Law.
Jose was a top achiever in the contracts negotiation class. Prior to graduation, Attorney Jose Rivas served as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern for the Public Defender’s Office of the Ninth Judicial Circuit, where he obtained valuable legal experience in a variety of misdemeanor and felony cases.
His dedication to his clients and vigorous negotiations played a major part in his courtroom experience. After earning his law degree in 2006, Jose became a senior partner at The Rivas Law Firm, P.A., in Central Florida, Florida. As law partner, he has participated in misdemeanor, domestic violence, juvenile, and felony cases. Jose has also handled a variety of civil cases, including: evictions, collections, judgments, and contract negotiations. Jose has appeared in a wide range of cases in front of a jury and judges with great success. His experience as an entrepreneur and attorney offers clients a full perspective of the criminal justice system and their individual cases. His prior entrepreneurial and legal experience has been a valuable tool in his everyday negotiations and legal defense.
His pursuit of justice and dedication to serving the needy has become a priority in his everyday practice.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
19 years | 561 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
19 years | 284 cases
Drug Crime
10%
Juvenile Law
10%
19 years | 112 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
The Rivas Law Firm, P.A.
(321) 280-9974
Mobile
(407) 644-4077
Fax
2307 Lee Road, Winter Park, FL, 32789
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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Keisy feliz | April 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
El mejor
Confíe en el para mi caso y tuve unos resultados esperados me encanto honesto muy responsables y sobre todo muy antentos cuando uno llama para saber información del caso
Posted by Luis | August 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best DUI Attorney
Lawyer Jose Rivas by far exceeded my expectations on my case. He was there for me 24/7 including his complete staff. I thought there was nothing to do about my case, and Jose fought for me till the end, obtaining amazing results and having my case dismissed. I was blessed by having Jose Rivas by my s...
Posted by Bryan | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended
Thank you Attorney Rivas For helping with my case. Everyone from The Rivas Law Firm kept me up to date with my case until everything was clear and dismiss. Again thank you for your amazing service
Posted by salvador | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I TRUST MR RIVAS
just wanted to say thanks to mr rivas for helping me out with my 3 cases driving without license,driving with suspended license and a felony .I'll be more than happy to refer anyone he is a wonderful and honest attorney he was there everytime I need him and always answer my questions ,he treaded me...
Jose Rivas
Replied last March 15, 2016Thank you for the opportunity to serve you. I pride on being accessible to all of my clients and fighting for my clients so that they may have a new start. I believe everyone deserves a new start and I am excited that we were able to help you in reestablishing your driving privileges. Please feel free to contact us if we can be of any further assistance.
Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Helped me out when I needed it
I got in trouble on my college campus and they pressed charges against me which meant I wasn't able to use the school's Attorney. A friend of mine recommended Jose Rivas after having used him before. I was kept up-to-date the entire time which I really appreciated; I was worried any lawyer was going ...
Jose Ignacio Rivas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred criminal defense clients to Mr. Rivas for several years. I consider him to be a highly competent and effective attorney."
Julio Martinez
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, The Rivas Law Firm. P.A.
Associations
Orange County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
LEAVING SCENE OF A CRASH WITH PROPERTY DAMAGE/ INJURIES
. The Defendant’s charges were dropped due to the case not being suitable for prosecution, with the representation of Attorney Rivas.
Education
2007
Florida A&M University, College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
Halsa
Private Practice
Languages
Spanish
English