We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
also known as Robert D. Rivas, Rob Rivas
Robert Rivas is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Though he is certified by the Florida Bar as an expert in appeals, he also has 34 years of experience in trial courts, litigating cutting-edge constitutional issues and complex commercial cases.
A former newspaper reporter and editor, his writing is exceptional, and, unlike that of most lawyers, never sounds like legalese except when it must. He has vast experience in actions for defamation (libel and slander), and in cases pertaining to the right to death with dignity.
Mr. Rivas conducts appellate proceedings on behalf of both appellants and appellees, petitioners and respondents, filing and opposing direct appeals and petitions for writs of certiorari, prohibition and mandamus in state and federal courts in Florida and across the country. He won a case in the Supreme Court of Georgia in 2012, and in 2013 he was conducting appeals in the Court of Appeals of Minnesota and the Supreme Court of Minnesota.
7
Practice Areas
35 years | 100 cases
35 years | 100 cases
35 years | 200 cases
35 years | 100 cases
We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withState: Florida
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Warren | August 2, 2013
I retained Robert 6 years ago for an appeal of a case which had dragged on for 5 years. He won the appeal handily. The case was remanded back to the lower court and Robert assumed that litigation as well, as he was familiar with the case. Robert brought the case to a successful conclusion, although i...
Posted by Wendell | July 30, 2013
I have known and worked with Robert Rivas as President of Final Exit Network for the past two years. Final Exit Network is a 501 (c)(3) organization, devoted to providing mentally competent persons who become members information on how to end their lives peacefully, painlessly, and quickly when they...
Posted by Len | July 30, 2013
Robery Rivas is without a doubt one of the finest appellate attorneys you will come accross. His help with many of my cases, past and present, proved to be invaluable.
Posted by Sue | July 30, 2013
I am very happy and thankful to Robert Rivas for all of his help. Quick response to emails and phone calls. Professional, courteous, knowledgeable and understanding. I trust him and I trust what he says. I have, and will continue to follow any advice that Robert gives me. I would definitely rec...
"One of the finest appellate attorneys I know. We have worked together on several appeals and Robert is truly an expert when it comes to appellate work."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Rivas as local counsel on a criminal appeal that raised a First Amendment free-speech issue. It quickly became apparent to me that he is a highly skilled attorney with very strong writing and oral argument skills. He is able to discern the most important points in what are often complex legal and factual situations, and to state in clear and persuasive language the outcome the court should adopt. Mr. Rivas is an open and personable person, easy to work with, and has good listening skills. I would recommend him to anyone who wants high quality representation in an appellate case."
Litigation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Commercial real estate lawyer
Family lawyer
Communications and media lawyer
Communications and media lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Government lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Health care lawyer
Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer
2013
AV Rated Since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Board Certified - Appellate Practice, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
1999
Hall of Fame, Independent Florida Alligator
1998
President's Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Bar
1998
Class 16, Leadership Florida
1991
Valedictory score on Bar Exam, 4th District, Florida Bar
1991
Summa Cum Laude, Nova Law School
2007 - Present
General Counsel, Final Exit Network, Inc.
2004 - Present
Partner, Sachs Sax Caplan, P.L.
1996 - 2004
Principal, The Rivas Law Firm
1993 - 1996
Associate, Holland & Knight
1991 - 1993
Associate, Foley & Lardner, LLP
1989 - 1989
Summer Clerk, Florida Fourth District Court Of Appeal
1985 - 1988
Deputy Metro Editor, The Palm Beach Post
1985 - 1985
Freelance writer, Central America and the Caribbean
1984 - 1984
Foreign Editor, Caribbean Business
1983 - 1984
Volunteer, Peace Corps
1979 - 1983
Staff Writer, The Miami Herald
1997 - Present
Florida Bar FoundationLifetime Member
1994 - Present
ABA Media Law CommitteeMember
1991 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1991 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2002 - 2011
Media Law Resource Center, Defense Counsel SectionAttorney Member
2000 - 2012
Tallahassee Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 2002
Libel Defense Resource Center, Defense Counsel SectionAttorney Member
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won
We won and made new law
We won
We won at trial and lost on appeal
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Too many to list, I often speak to groups and in the media
1998
CLE, “Public Records and Government in the Sunshine Laws: Media Perspective, Developing Case Law and Legislative Update"
1997
Guest Lecturer on Law and Ethics of Physician Aid in Dying
1997
Guest Lecturer on Law and Ethics of Physician Aid in Dying
1997
Open Government Laws
1995
Panelist on the effect of O.J. Simpson trial on media and trial coverage issues
1993
1992
1991
1990
Legal Answers
Am I guilty of slander or libel if I repeat something that someone told me? I.E., "Janice was seen making out with so and so".
01 Jul 2014
I have been accused of being a pedophile by an ex girl friend
03 Jul 2014
Can you be charged with calling someone a name?
12 Mar 2014