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Posted by Noah | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Jose Rivas - Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Orlando

Attorney Jose Rivas - Not only was he successful in clearing up my situation but really gave me understanding understanding and made me feel at ease of my situation.

Posted by W.TORRES | March 15, 2016

MY FAMILY TRUST MR. RIVAS

Just wanted to say thanks to Mr. Rivas himself for helping out with my son case and few years later with my brother case. I don't think I could have found a more determined and affordable attorney. I'll be more than happy to refer anyone in need of legal services,he is a wonderful and honest attorne...y that guide me and my son every steps. As a mother a dealing for the first time with the legal system I was scare,he was there everytime we needed him and always answer all ours questions and ease ours fears. He treated us with respect and his service and knowledge allowed my son to have a second chance. Thanks again for everything from the bottom of my heart.

Jose Rivas

Replied last March 15, 2016

I am so happy I was able to make a difference in your family's cases. It is always a pleasure to be able to ease the family, as a criminal matter can affect not only the accused, but the family as well. We are always here to help.

Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2016

Very deceptive character

I wish I would have never met this person. He is very slick when talking to you and was able to convince me to take the first plea I was presented. Because he sugar coated it, I ended up in the worst situation of my life. I would have been better off using a public defender. This man is very manipula...tive and should not be trusted. I really hope this review can discourage you from hiring him because doing so can seriously put your case in jeopardy.

Jose Rivas

Replied last March 15, 2016

I have represented thousands of clients as a criminal defense attorney. I apologize that you were not satisfied, but it is my duty to inform each and all of my clients of the risk and defenses available to your case. While my ultimate goal is to get your charges dismissed, it becomes more difficult when you have several prior cases with the same offense. All your priors accumulate points which are reflected in your score sheet. At some point, the options become limited and you must either accept a plea or we can take the case to trial. I give all of my clients the option of going to trial, but you must understand that you could be looking at jail or prison time if convicted. That's not sugar coating it, that is being realistic. At the time of a plea, the Judge ask all defendants if they are satisfied with their attorney and if they are entering the plea voluntarily and willfully. You stated you were satisfied. The Judge also ask if anyone has pressured you to accept the plea. You stated you were satisfied and knowingly and voluntarily accepted the negotiated plea because you did not want to expose yourself to incarceration. You cannot come after the fact and state you were not satisfied with the resolution after stating under oath that you were. We all make decisions everyday and we must live with the consequences of our decisions and our past criminal record.

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