Isabel Cristina De La Riva

Isabel Cristina De La Riva

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 26 years

Business Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Business, Car Accidents, Immigration ... +2 more

400 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste 110, San Antonio, TX

About Isabel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

At de la Riva & Associates, we have a dedicated attorney handling criminal law issues, including DWI/DUI offenses, who has extensive experience in the field.

20%
Family 20%

At de la Riva & Associates, part of our Legal Team are experienced and seasoned family law attorneys that can help you with a divorce, child custody dispute, or asset dispute.

20%
Immigration 20%

At de la Riva & Associates we have an immigration specialist who focuses 100% on immigration law. Contact us for help with investor visas and other US immigration matters. Se habla español.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

35%-45%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

de la Riva & Associates

400 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste 110, San Antonio, TX, 78232

de la Riva & Associates HOUSTON Office

1980 Post Oak Blvd, Ste 1500, Two Post Oak Central, Houston, TX, 77056

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Isabel Cristina De La Riva's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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

Posted by Sue | January 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Has held my check 7 months now

Had a case that was long 2013 case settled in june13 2017 here we are in january5 2018 and they have not paid me ive been calling ever since lady tells me its becuase of a lein which i have confirmed has been paid since july then she wouldnt take my calls and put me in touch with book keeper which to...ld me it was cause doctor hasnt responded then i called him next day to question charges and from one day to next he tells me ok doctor has been paid how is that possible if he has to make check and he would need time to cash it on my charges was a 8000 depo charge which someone who works for law has suggested noone pays that much even if there was a doctor present which there wasnt. Went to see them right before Christmas cause i had been calling for my money the guy said the bank was holding check cause of the doctors 5000 bill then he said as a favor to me he would give me a 10000 check which i took cause i took out a loan which im paying intrest for i let him know this he said he would get them to pay intrest although i dont know who is them that are paying intrest all this time it was me calling and staying in touch trying to get paid from my position i csn honestly say these guys are taking advantage becuase i am a immigrant and my lack of knowledge of how this works is obvious to them i have 3 people that work for law firms and tell me this should not be anyone looking for a lawyer should concider my experience if they do this to me it could be anyone else my next step to take is to file a grievance and see if they can help me collect my own money that i suffered and still do

Posted by Bruce | May 7, 2014

The De La Riva Experience

Isabel did an excellent job of interpreting the legal jargon of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). She provided great advice and made the process painless. She is very busy and now I know it is because she is great at her craft.

Posted by Kate | May 6, 2014

Full service legal team

Over the last seven years de la Riva and Associates have helped me with business, family and criminal law. In every instance they were respectful, professional and informative. Talk about FULL service law firm! I have recommended the Legal Team to friends and family, all of whom were very pleased wit...h their outcomes.

Posted by Dorinda | May 5, 2014

Confidence

I have full confidence in Isabel and her team. I have used their services and advice several times over the years and have referred many more family, friends and clients. I am always pleased with the outcome.

Posted by Timothy | April 29, 2014

Isabel is simply The Best

Isabel De La Riva represented me a few years ago. She not only was my attorney, but she became my friend. She is one of the hardest working attorneys in Texas. The very best thing is SHE WON MY CASE and I was warded a very nice settlement. I would refer everyone I know to Isabel who is in need of leg...al advice. I was lucky to have been referred to her.

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Isabel Cristina De La Riva's Lawyer Endorsements

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Willie Graves

Car accident lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sherrie Travers

Immigration lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cristina De La Riva volunteers free time answering questions on AVVO to assist those needing help with immigration problems. She is well respected by both judges and attorneys. I wholeheartedly endorse her."

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Michelle Maloney

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Compassionate and tough, I thoroughly endorse Isabel!"

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George Legrand

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Isabel is a great advocate for her clients. I totally endorse her."

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Ruben Alcantara

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Isabel De La Riva has the experience to help her clients' receive the best possible outcome. She makes every effort to resolve all her clients issues as soon as practical. However, she is also very capable of presenting her clients case before a jury or Judge. I highly recommend and endorse Isabel De La Riva."

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Ryan Sargent

Car accident lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Hernandez

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Isabel is simply one of the best lawyers in the State of Texas. She is aggressive, talented and compassionate. Her dedication to doing the right thing isn't just the way she runs her law practice, it’s the way she lives her life. When a client hires Isabel de la Riva, they aren't only hiring a lawyer for their injury; they're hiring an advocate for their way of life. I proudly endorse Isabel de la Riva and I'm proud to be able to work with her on a daily basis."

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Carmine Giardino

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Karen Whitenton

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2014

15+ years practice, State Bar of Texas

2012

Top Attorney, S.A. Scene

2012

San Antonio Lawyers Best of 2012, S.A. Scene Magazine

2011

San Antonio Lawyers Best of 2011, S.A. Scene Magazine

2010

Rising Star, San Antonio - Lawyers

2010

Woman of the Year, The National Association of Professional Women

2005

Woman to Watch, Bexar County Women's Professional and Business Association

1998

Editor and Co-Founder, The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Minority Issues

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, de la Riva & Associates Law Firm

2006 - 2006

Adjunct Professor, University of the Incarnate Word

2004 - 2006

Adjunct Professor, University of Texas - San Antonio

2000 - 2001

Special Guest Lecturer, The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Minority Issues

1999 - 2005

Attorney, Associate, Les Mendelsohn & Associates

1998 - 1998

Legal Intern, Exxon

1998 - 1998

Legal Intern, Fort Bend County District Attorney Office

Associations

2008 - Present

Leadership Texas

Recruitment Committee

2005 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

1999 - Present

San Antonio Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1999 - Present

Bexar County Women's Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2010

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trucking Accident

Settled for $655,000

CONTRACT DISPUTE

Settled for $93,000

WORK INJURY

Settled for $465,000

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Education

1999

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Houston, main campus

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Your Future

Estate Planning Choices

Publications

2012

www.delarivalaw.com What Can A Personal Injury Attorney Do For Me?

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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