Andres Rivera-Ortiz

Andres Rivera-Ortiz

4.7
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 42 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Immigration

330 SW 27TH Ave Ste 608, Miami, FL

About Andres

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 80%

Represents only employees in all employment related legal matters

43 years

80%
Immigration 20%

Represent aliens seeking asylum and other relief from deportation in Immigration Court

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Andres Rivera-Ortiz

330 SW 27TH Ave Ste 608, Miami, FL, 33135-2968

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Andres Rivera-Ortiz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Fabricia Rios de Souza | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

“We would like to express our sincere gratitude to attorney Andres Rivera for the excellent work on our immigration case in the United States. His dedication, professionalism, and expertise made all the difference in achieving a positive outcome. He was always attentive, clear in his explanations, an...d truly committed at every stage of the process. We highly recommend his services with full confidence.”

Posted by Yesica | July 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A lawyer who protects not just your case, but your peace of mind.

I came into this case overwhelmed, hurt, and unsure of who I could trust. From the moment Andres Rivera-Ortiz stepped in, I felt like someone finally understood not only the legal side — but the emotional weight I was carrying. Andres didn’t just represent me; he stood with me. He was patient, sha...rp, honest, and unshakable when the other side tried to delay, deflect, and play games. He knew when to push forward, when to hold the line, and when to protect me from signing something that wasn’t fair. There were moments I thought about giving up. He never did. His guidance helped me secure what was rightfully mine — and more than that, he gave me closure. In a world where people often get taken advantage of, he reminded me that the law can still work for you when it’s in the hands of someone who actually cares. If you’re looking for a lawyer who knows how to fight smart, stand tall, and treat your case like it matters — Andres is that person. Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. — Yesica G.

Posted by anonymous | May 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Director of Architecture

Always willing to help. Very respectful and responsive. He genuinely cares and worked hard for us. He knows his “stuff”.

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Attorney

Great lawyer, very passionate about his line of work and smart with outstanding work ethics. Andres is always looking forward to his case with incredible performances delivering successful and remarkable services for his clients. Very understanding and my humble appreciation for his time and efforts ...are infinite in eternity. He’s a great man.

Posted by Andres | August 20, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Avyanna Torres

So happens that I had a Haitian internet troll , apparently a friend of a client, a “Pauline”, send me an email trying to tell me what the law is. Apparently this idiot , who I have no idea who she is, read an email that I sent to a client and sent me an email saying I forgot “X”. I put the idiot in... her place, with a cc to the client, and buala…”Avyanna Torres” appears, the same day I responded to the idiot , with this tale. Never had a client name “Avyanna Torres”, the “case” is a total fabrication. I had to select a rating, or couldn’t post a response , so I selected what my real clients have .

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Andres Rivera-Ortiz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leslie Langbein

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Andres represented his clients zealously in a litigated matter but at the same time showed the highest level of respect for my client and professionalism towards me. If I had a friend or relative that needed representation, I would recommend him without hesitation."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer he gave an answer that was on point and concise and to the point."

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Gregory Sheehan

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I'm very impressed with his contributiions to Avvo.com and I can see that he always tried to find the best advantages for his clients that law will allow, which is the mark of a good advocate."

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Antonio Revilla

Immigration lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andres is a superior attorney. We've worked together on several matters. His knowledge and experience is invaluable."

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J Schwenk

Admiralty and maritime lawyer

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Joseph Ostrowski

Litigation lawyer

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Aaron Irving

General practice lawyer

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James Cueva

Employment and labor lawyer

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Gregory Sheehan

Immigration lawyer

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Leslie Langbein

Employment and labor lawyer

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Antonio Revilla

Immigration lawyer

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James Vergara

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

1981

Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi

1980

Golden Key National Honor Society, Golden Key National Honor Society

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Andres Rivera-Ortiz, P.A.

1990 - 1993

Attorney, Kaplan & Bloom, Pa

1984 - 1990

Attorney, National Labor Relations Board

Associations

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Employment Lawyers Association

U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida

U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida

11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

U.S. Supreme Court

U.S. District Court Middle District of North Carolina (pro hac vice)

U.S. District Court Sourthern District of NY (pro hac vice)

U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas ( pro hac vice)

U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia ( pro hac vice)

Sample of Legal Cases

Harmon v. CB Squared

Settled

Damiana PEREZ, Plaintiff-Appellee, vs. GLOBE AIRPORT SECURITY SERVICES, INC. Defendant-Appellant.

Win

ALBERTO LUGO, Appellant, vs. WESTSIDE SANITATION, INC., and FLORIDA UNEMPLOYMENT APPEALS COMMISSION, Appellees.

Denial of Unemployment Benefits Reversed

JANET L. LONG, Plaintiff, v. MANGO'S TROPICAL CAFE, INC.,

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Education

1983

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Talk Show

URESSA

2012

Talk Show

Can An Employer Fire an Employee for Bad Credit

1992

Carpenters Unions Conference

Employer Union Busting Tactics in Representation Elections

1992

Carpenters Union Conference

Preserving Evidence for NLRB ULP Hearings

1992

Carpenters Union Conference

How to Handle an NLRB Unfair Labor Practice Charge

1992

Carpenters Union Conference

NLRB Representation Elections

Publications

2009

Federal Supplement  Harmon v. CB Squared Services, Inc., 624 F. Supp. 459 ( E.D. VA. 2009) .

2009

GEN TV Channel 8 Overtime and Minimum Wage Laws

2009

GEN TV Channel 8 Child Labor Laws

2002

2002

2001

Federal Reporter  Perez v. Globe Airport Security Services, Inc., 253 F. 3d 1280 (11th Cir. 2001).

2001

Miami Herald UM Employee Fired for September 11 Remarks

2001

1999

Southern Reporter  Lugo v. Westside Sanitation Inc., 744 S. 2d 465 (3rd DCA Fla. 1999).

1997

Federal Supplement  Long v. Mangos Tropical Café Inc., 958 F. Supp. 612 (S.D. Fla. 1997).

Languages

English

Spanish

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