Atty. Karl Thomas Rivas

Atty. Karl Thomas Rivas

Mr. Karl Thomas Rivas is a lawyer practicing product liability, general civil litigation, personal injury.

San Antonio San Antonio 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Karl Thomas Rivas at a glance

Karl Thomas Rivas is a Member based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texa (1992). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1992) and Baylor University (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Karl Thomas Rivas is a lawyer practicing product liability, general civil litigation, personal injury
  • Karl received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Karl practices at Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC in San Antonio, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Karl Thomas Rivas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karl Thomas Rivas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Antonio are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karl Thomas Rivas

Where is Karl Thomas Rivas's law office located?
Karl Thomas Rivas's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karl Thomas Rivas handle?
Karl Thomas Rivas focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Karl Thomas Rivas practiced law?
Karl Thomas Rivas has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Karl Thomas Rivas go to law school?
Karl Thomas Rivas earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Karl Thomas Rivas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1992
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texa
Admitted: 1992

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