Robert M. Rivera
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Biography
Robert Rivera graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton in 2009. Thereafter, he attended the University of North Carolina School of Law in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, a top 25 law school in the country, in 2010. There, he was the President of the Hispanic/Latino Law Student Association, Vice President of the Julius L. Chambers Civil Rights Appellate Advocacy Moot Court Team and was awarded “Best Brief” in the William B. Aycock Intraschool Moot Competition. Additionally, Attorney Rivera assisted those in rural North Carolina in drafting Simple Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorneys and Health Care Power of Attorney for indigent clients.
Attorney Rivera’s litigation experience began in 2009, prior to law school, when he interned with Attorney Jeffrey Cario wherein he attended and viewed mediations, court hearings and trials in Family Court. Next, in 2011 he participated in the UNC Juvenile Justice Clinic where he defended juveniles in criminal court proceedings. He interned with esteemed New York criminal defense attorney Deron Castro in 2012. He also interned with Attorney John Pendergrass until 2013 assisting clients in obtaining their unemployment benefits.
After law school, Robert Rivera was hired at the State Attorney’s Office in Kissimmee, Florida wherein he prosecuted criminal matters in juvenile criminal court. There, Attorney Rivera attended hearings and trials and was in front of a Judge every single day. After a year at the State Attorney’s Office, Robert Rivera moved to Miami, Florida with his eventual wife. There, Robert Rivera was fortunate to be hired by The Law Office of Richard E. Zaldivar in 2015 where he fought for injured workers seeking their Workers’ Compensation benefits for six years. In that time, Robert Rivera handled hundreds of depositions, attended an array of hearings, negotiated numerous settlements, and has fought and won many trials. Attorney Rivera has a continued passion for litigation, the practice of law, and above all, for helping injured people.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
10%-25%
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Licensed in Florida for 11 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2014
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Location
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6959 Sharpecroft Ct., Miami Lakes, FL, 33014
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Robert M. Rivera's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 22 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Maria | November 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Good comunication
When I was injured at work, my first lawyer barely communicated with me and eventually told me there was nothing he could do. I felt discouraged and unsure of what to do next. A family member recommended this lawyer to me after he successfully handled their case, and I am so grateful they did. Fro...
Posted by Rachel | May 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great laywer
Attorney Rivera did an excellent job helping me resolve my case. Through his hard work and thorough knowledge I received all the treatment I was prescribed and the best possible outcome for my case.Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for a competent and compassionate worker’s comp attor...
Posted by Jesse | April 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Workers compensation attorney
Attorney Robert Rivera and his team had my back from day one. He was always available to take phone calls, kept me updated, and most of all he always has the best composure.
Posted by Eric Wizzard | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
A very excellent lawyer
Mr Rivera is a very good lawyer, I highly recommended to everyone who need a workman comp lawyer.
Posted by Brian | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Fantastic work on my workers comp case
Thanks again, it was super easy working with you. Communication was seamless and would recommend to anyone.
Robert M. Rivera's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the pleasure to work with Mr. Rivera on several matters when potential clients call me about Workers' Compensation issues with their employers. For these cases, I refer on to Mr. Rivera because I know anyone that has been injured on the job will be in great hands and will get all the medical assistance the individual needs! I endorse Mr. Rivera and recommend his services for Florida W.C. matters."
"I have come to know Robert Rivera as an excellent attorney who focuses his law practice on workers compensation matters. I have worked with attorney Rivera on several matters and without question, he is both competent and kind which is why I would refer my clients, family, and friends to him for any workers compensation matters."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Best Workers Compensation Attorneys in Miami Gardens, Expertise.com
2022
Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2012
Julius L. Chambers Civil Rights Appellate Advocacy - Best Brief, University of North Carolina
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney / Owner, Robert Rivera Law
2015 - 2021
Attorney, Law Office of Richard E. Zaldivar, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Butler & Hosch, Pa
2013 - 2014
Attorney, State Attorney's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
Florida Bar, Workers' Compensation Law Section
Sample of Legal Cases
WON at trial finding that a thoracic spine evaluation by a neurosurgeon was appropriate
Won at trial - a determination that the insurance company underpaid Claimant.
Won at Trial - Benefits provided
Education
2013
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2022
Ergonomics Consultants Q&A
Languages
English