Bruce Michael Rivers's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shaun | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

This man got me My life back

First off I want to say thank you to Bruce and everyone at the Rivers Law Firm. You fought for and got my life back as if it was your own, and for that no words will ever do it justice, and I mean this with all my heart. I was charged with 2nd degree murder, 2nd degree manslaughter, and 1st degree as...sualt. He handled my case with such passion, elegance and grace. He is expertly knowledgeable, his preparation and presentation were top quality, and it all showed on the dance floor, so to speak. I was acquitted of all charges after a 1 hour deliberation. I would without a doubt recommend this man to anyone. He was very good about getting back to me when I had questions, and believe me I had my fair share. He once told me after I vented on him one day "I'm not just your lawyer, I'm also you psychiatrist". When you have to trust your life in the hands of another man, the gentler the better, and from this day forward I will thank god for just how gentle his were.....

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Posted by Lindsey | November 20, 2014

Experienced Defense Lawyer

Bruce Rivers is very experienced and knows what he's doing, and has a great staff to back him too. He doesn't always get back to you right away, but know that your case is being worked on and is in good hands.

Posted by Patrick | September 28, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Didn't even show up to an appearance!!

Mr. Rivers initially told me he was about "aggressive representation", turns out he wasnt. It was the exact opposite. In fact he didn't even call in to an appearance I had, and when the court clerk's tried to reach him he was "unavailable". Which is funny because his "team" sent me a letter reminding... me to set it in my calendar and I'm positive he got a similar heads up seeing as it was him who sent me a reminder. Then after all is said and done and I had been sentenced and locked up I get a letter stating that my bail (which was a considerable amount) was being seized and that Mr Rivers had done absolutely nothing, not even tell me this was a possibility or that he had basically told the state to keep it. Needless to say, I would have rather hired some zoo animal in wingtips and a suit than Mr. Rivers and I suggest you do the same.

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Bruce Rivers

Replied last September 28, 2018

This is a completely fake review. Either by a competitor or someone wishing to harass me. If the person identifies who they are, and can prove that I had a part in having their bail forfeited, I will reimburse this person in full. The plain and simple truth is that there is no truth to what is said above. I have a stellar reputation. Take my job extremely seriously and do not miss appearances. Give me the date time and court. Never happened. How much was the bail. The only way bail gets seized is if it comes from illegal proceeds. I have received no complaints as stated above. I have not represented someone in similar circumstance. If you can prove you are a dissatisfied client I would do everything in my power to make it right if I did something wrong. However I have an idea who wrote this and an investigation is under way. I should be able to get the IP address and when I do I will file suit for defamation.

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Bruce Michael Rivers's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bruce. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Kenneth LaBore

Unknown lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rivers is a very knowledgeable and highly regarded defense attorney"

Frederick Ladner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Several years ago, I referred a client to Bruce who had become involved in an unfortunate event involving alcohol. Bruce did an admirable job of representing the individual through the criminal court proceedings. I highly recommend Mr. Rivers' services."

Coley Grostyan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Rivers as I know him to be a passionate advocate for his clients and a tenacious opponent in the courtroom. I have been privileged to work with Mr. Rivers on numerous criminal trials. Mr. Rivers' character, experience, and knowledge of the law is very effective in achieving favorable results for his clients."

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