Atty. M Suzette Rivera

Atty. M Suzette Rivera

M Suzette Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal law, divorce, negligence and 4 other areas of law. M received a B.S. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Jackson Heights Jackson Heights 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About M Suzette Rivera at a glance

M Suzette Rivera is a Member based in Jackson Heights, New York, practicing at Law Office of M. Suzette Rivera. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at Touro College (J.D., 1983) and Queens College of the City University of New York (B.S., 1980). Serands clients in Jackson Heights, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • M Suzette Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal law, divorce, negligence and 4 other areas of law
  • M received a B.S. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • M practices at Law Office of M. Suzette Rivera in Jackson Heights, NY

Practice Areas Explained

M Suzette Rivera's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M Suzette Rivera handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jackson Heights are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M Suzette Rivera

Where is M Suzette Rivera's law office located?
M Suzette Rivera's law practice is located in Jackson Heights, New York. The firm is Law Office of M. Suzette Rivera. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M Suzette Rivera handle?
M Suzette Rivera focuses on divorce, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has M Suzette Rivera practiced law?
M Suzette Rivera has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did M Suzette Rivera go to law school?
M Suzette Rivera earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact M Suzette Rivera for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Touro College
- 1983
B.S.
Queens College of the City University of New York
- 1980

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984

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