Atty. Manuel Rivera
Mr. Manuel Rivera is a lawyer practicing immigration law, automobile accidents and injuries, criminal law and 4 other areas of law.
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About Manuel Rivera at a glance
Manuel Rivera is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at The Law Offices of Manuel Rivera, Esq. & Associates, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, criminal defense, family law, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986), District of Columbia (1993), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1994), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Rhode Island College (M.Ed., 1982). Active member of Bar Association of the District of Columbia. Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. Manuel Rivera is a lawyer practicing immigration law, automobile accidents and injuries, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
- Manuel received a M.Ed. degree from Rhode Island College in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Manuel practices at The Law Offices of Manuel Rivera, Esq. & Associates, P.C. in Arlington, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Manuel Rivera's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Manuel Rivera handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Manuel Rivera is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Virginia →
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Manuel Rivera is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Manuel Rivera is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Manuel Rivera is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Manuel Rivera is one of 34,874 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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