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John Rivas
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Biography
I find solutions to problems and defend health care professionals against those individuals and entites who would seek to harm them or their business.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 400-550 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 6 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Rivas Goldstein, LLP
3345 Bee Caves Road, Suite 104, Austin, TX, 78746
Rivas Goldstein, LLP
405 Lexington Ave, 26th Floor, New York, NY, 10174
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Posted by Neil | November 07, 2012 | Health Care
John Rivas
John is an excellent attorney specializing in Health Care government regulation for my cases. I have used John several times for Health Care support and has done a great job keeping me posted of my case to assure I can continue working. John does not come alone; he has a big legal team that encom...
Posted by Lesli | October 29, 2012 | Expungement
Taking on the Tx Board of Nursing
I was turned over to the State Board of Nursing by my employer for neglect. Mr. Rivas and Co. kept me very informed and I felt that it was taken care of in a very timely manner. Of course the Board determined that" We" were correct and my record was expunged. So, a big THANK YOU to all who worked on ...
Posted by Tim | October 26, 2012 | Health Care
John Rivas' expertise in dealing with healthcare law (particularly with regard to Stark Law and AKS) is outstanding.
John Rivas has a reputation in the medical industry for being one of Texas' best healthcare attorneys. Based on our experience dealing with John Rivas I would have to agree. John Rivas' expertise in dealing with healthcare law (particularly with regard to Stark Law and AKS) is outstanding.
John Rivas's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is thorough and knowledgeable. It has been and continues to be a pleasure to work with him."
"John is a very diligent and smart attorney. I have worked with John on several matters and I have always been impressed with his ability to resolve cases. I am most impressed with the close relationship that he develops with each client. His clients are like family to him. I highly recommend John Rivas!"
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
National Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, American Bar Association
1995
Outstanding Volunteer Award, West Texas Legal Services
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Partner, Rivas Goldstein, LLP
1999 - 2000
Assistant Attorney General, Texas Attorney General's Office
1997 - 1998
Staff Attorney, Texas Medical Board
1995 - 1996
Assistant County Attorney, Midland County Attorney's Office
Associations
Hispanic Bar Association of Austin
Member
Texas Association for Home Care
Member
American Health Lawyers Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Ace Primary Home Care, Inc. v. Andres Alvarez, Amanecer Primary Home Care, LLC, 206th Judicial District, Hidalgo County, Texas
$3.6M
Education
1993
Texas Tech University
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of Texas System, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Hidalgo Starr Medical Society Monthly Meeting
Texas Medical Board Update
Publications
2009
Rivas Goldstein Update
ZPIC Update for Home Health Agencies
2009
Rivas Goldstein Update
How Health Care Bill HR 3200 May Affect Physicians
2009
Rivas Goldstein Update
Stark 101: What Every Physician Needs To Know
2009
Rivas Goldstein Update
Top Tips For Dealing With The Texas Medical Board
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers