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Aaron Kyle Rives

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

829 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA

About Aaron

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Mr. Rives has practiced criminal defense since 2006 throughout Louisiana, including Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, Washington, St. James, Ascension, E. Baton Rouge, St. Charles, Lafayette, Lafourche, Tangipahoa, and Concordia Parishes.

19 years

75%
DUI and DWI 20%

Mr. Rives has been defending DWI clients for ten years in Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany and East Baton Rouge Parishes.

19 years

20%
Personal Injury 5%

Mr. Rives represents Louisiana plaintiffs in personal injury matters, with a focus on auto and motorcycle vehicle accidents.

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 20 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney at Law

829 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA, 70113-1102

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Aaron Kyle Rives's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

73 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Aaron is reliable and helped me out alot

Aaron did an excellent job helping me out with a dwi. I was freaking out about it and Aaron stayed calm and collected and helped me get through it. He had great communication with me through the whole process and went above and beyond for me. I would highly recommend him for any defense needed.

Posted by Andri | October 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI charge

Mr Rives was top notch in my DUI case. It was my 1st offense and I was able to get into the Diversion Program. He was very professional and I highly recommend him for any situation you may have. He kept me informed on my case at all times.

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Admiralty & Maritime

Maritime matter in federal court

Aaron Rives represented my company in a maritime case involving the EPA. I could not have been more pleased with Aaron’s representation. The outcome was excellent. I recommend Aaron highly both professionally and personally. I am the President/CEO of a high profile marine company in New Orleans.

Posted by Amber | August 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Attorney

Aaron was my attorney in 2017 for marijuana and they gave me diversion. During the time I also had a car accident (which was my fault) and he had to go to court with me for that. My ticket was reduced from careless operation to seat belt ticket. A couple years later I was in another accident where... someone hit me while I was sitting at a red light. I called him the next day and he got me into the doctor quickly. Now, I have a fusion for herniated disc and my results were beyond satisfying, He will also lead you to good health care who will try everything before they recommend surgery. Aaron is also is really down to earth and stays professional always. He never acted like I was bothering him the millions of calls throughout the years. I will hire Aaron in the future for personal injury or criminal! Highly recommended!

Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI - offered diversion

Aaron fought hard for me to get Diversion after second offense DWI. He never gave up and made the process painless. He is forever my attorney in Louisiana and I can’t speak highly enough for him. 5 stars personally and professionally.

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Leah Spivey

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Aaron on a few complicated criminal matters that have international implications. I have seen him get the best outcome possible under the circumstances and work tirelessly to represent his clients. I trust him and frequently consult with him for advice on criminal issues. I endorse Aaron without reservation."

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Sarah Wild

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked with Mr. Rives for two years on criminal defense and personal injury matters. He is an extremely effective and consistent practitioner with a wealth of knowledge of the local judicial system based on years of solid experience. I found that in addition to being an expert in his field(s), he was also unfailingly professional, personable, and able to put clients and colleagues at ease. Since working for Mr. Rives I have referred clients to him whose felony charges were dismissed after his efforts. He is always the first attorney I recommend to anyone in need of representation in his practice areas."

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Jason Kenney

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Aaron and I have worked together at two firms in the past and I, as well as other members of our firm, have routinely referred criminal matters to him for handling since 2009. over the course of the last 8 years he has always handled the matters professionally, efficiently, compassionately, and above all else effectively. We continue to use Aaron as our go-to professional when our clients or their friends and family need assistance in his area of practice. I fully endorse and recommend Aaron Rives for the excellent work he has done in the areas of criminal defense and DUI/DWI."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2012

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2004

Who's Who: Law Students, Who's Who Legal

Work Experience

2008 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Staines & Epping

2007 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Emmett, Cobb, Waits & Henning

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Martin E. Regan & Associates

2005 - 2006

Admiralty Instructor, Loyola University College Of Law

2005 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office

Associations

2005 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Maritime Law Association of the United States

Associate Member

Education

2004

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Spring Hill College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2008

Loyola Maritime Law Journal The Sieracki Seamen: An Update

Languages

English

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