Tristan F. Rivera is a founder and an injury attorney for the Rivera Law Group. Tristan does not just have experience like most other attorneys. He has experience that matters.
His diverse background allows him to not only endear himself to each and every client, but also enables him to successfully navigate personal injury claims from their inception to trial.
Tristan was born in Zamboanga City, Philippines, but spent most of his early childhood in Northern California – in Oakland and then, Stockton. The details of his time in California are sketchy, but being raised by immigrant parents, he learned the value of hard work, perseverance and a good fight. It was here that he also learned the art of the hustle.
Once graduating from law school, a local insurance defense firm hired Tristan and he went to the dark side to defend prominent Las Vegas nightclubs and casinos in the courtroom. While working for the insurance companies, Tristan learned the ins and outs of their tactics - knowledge that he now uses to the advantage of his personal injury clients. He knows full well what it takes to make insurance companies pay.
Equipped with this insider knowledge, Tristan successfully transitioned to a law firm where he exclusively represented personal injury plaintiffs against the corporations he had previously defended. Working at this fast-paced environment, he discovered his passion for fighting for the rights of the victims of negligence. Tristan’s clients will tell you that his devotion to personally address their concerns is surpassed only by his passion to get them the results they deserve.
Tristan’s interests extend beyond personal injury. He is involved with Las Vegas Rescue Mission and commits his time to supporting local and national efforts to raise funds and awareness for cancer research.
In his spare time, Tristan makes an effort to go to the gym in a vain attempt to recapture his youth. At one point, he was even an amateur boxer. Being a lawyer, however, has robbed him of the luxury to turn up to work with a black eye, so instead of his fists, he now fights with his mind.
He wins.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
Filipino, Spanish
Rivera Law Group
1627 E. Windmill Ln.
Suite 200
Las Vegas, NV, 89123
Rivera Law Group Prof. LLC
1135 Terminal Way
Suite 101
Reno, NV, 89502
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NV | Active | 2011 | 05/18/2022 |
Legal answers | 15 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Lawyers | My Vegas Magazine | 2020 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2019 |
Best Personal Injury Lawyer | Best of Las Vegas | 2018 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Academic Scholarship | William S. Boyd School of Law (UNLV) | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Rivera Law Group | 2018 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Henness & Haight, Injury Attorneys | 2015 - 2018 |
Associate Attorney | Atkinson & Watkins, LLP | 2011 - 2015 |
Law Clerk | Atkinson & Watkins, LLP | 2011 - 2011 |
Judicial Extern | Supreme Court Of Nevada | 2009 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Filipino American Bar Association | Member | 2020 - Present |
St. Thomas More Society | Member | 2015 - Present |
Nevada Justice Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Clark County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
Nevada State Bar | Member | 2011 - Present |
State Bar of Nevada, Young Lawyers Section | Member | 2011 - Present |
American Society of Mechanical Engineers | Member | 2004 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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National Business Institute Seminar | Damages in Personal Injury | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Nevada Las Vegas | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
University of Nevada-Reno | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2006 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Nine Group adv. Farmer and Rezaee | Defense Verdict |
Motor Vehicle Collision (DUI) | Settled for $600,000 |
Motor Vehicle Collision | Settled for $300,000 |
Premise Liability (Slip and fall at a Las Vegas casino) | Settled for $100,000 |
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Aaron Macdonald, Litigation Attorney on Mar 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Tristan Rivera since 2009. Mr. Rivera's drafting and litigation skills are superb. Additionally, he has impeccable ethics. I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Connell, Litigation Attorney on May 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tristan is a very hard working and intelligent attorney. He has a unique skill set in that he is both technically proficient and conscientious (Patent bar member, law review editor) but is also very likeable as a person. He is a great asset to our legal community.
Thomas Gennaro, Car accident Attorney on Mar 27, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tristan is an asset to his community. I have known Tristan for over a decade and can attest to his hard work, dedication and will to succeed. He is someone I would want in my corner at a time of need. I endorse this lawyer.
Jakub Medrala, Personal injury Attorney on May 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
One of the best personal injury attorneys in town!
Aaron Macdonald, Litigation Attorney on Mar 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Tristan Rivera since 2009. Mr. Rivera's drafting and litigation skills are superb. Additionally, he has impeccable ethics. I endorse this lawyer.
Lawrence Hill, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Rivera is a highly-skilled advocate for his clients and works relentlessly to achieve the very best outcomes for his clients.
Matthew Hoffmann, Litigation Attorney on Aug 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Kristopher Milicevic, Personal injury Attorney on May 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have always known Tristan to be an upstanding and capable attorney. I have worked with him in the past and know that he is someone that will ethically represent his client and get the job done.
Christopher Connell, Litigation Attorney on May 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tristan is a very hard working and intelligent attorney. He has a unique skill set in that he is both technically proficient and conscientious (Patent bar member, law review editor) but is also very likeable as a person. He is a great asset to our legal community.
Troy Atkinson, Litigation Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Justin Watkins, Litigation Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
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