Atty. Michael Viesca Rivas

Atty. Michael Viesca Rivas

Michael Viesca Rivas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, communications & media, general practice and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1976, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Franklin Park Franklin Park 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Michael Viesca Rivas at a glance

Michael Viesca Rivas is a Member based in Franklin Park, Illinois, practicing at Michael V. Rivas. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, real estate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993). Educated at District of Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Loyola University (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Franklin Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Viesca Rivas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, communications & media, general practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1976, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Michael practices at Michael V. Rivas in Franklin Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Viesca Rivas's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Michael Viesca Rivas's law office located?
Michael Viesca Rivas's law practice is located in Franklin Park, Illinois. The firm is Michael V. Rivas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Viesca Rivas handle?
Michael Viesca Rivas focuses on criminal defense, family law, real estate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Viesca Rivas practiced law?
Michael Viesca Rivas has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Viesca Rivas go to law school?
Michael Viesca Rivas earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
District of Columbia School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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