Atty. Paul R. Rivera

Atty. Paul R. Rivera

Paul R. Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, traffic violations, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.

Rockville Rockville 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (443) 832-3651 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul R. Rivera at a glance

Paul R. Rivera is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Paul R. Rivera, Attorney at Law. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, traffic, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1997) and John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York (B.S. Criminal, 1994). Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul R. Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, traffic violations, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Paul practices at Paul R. Rivera, Attorney at Law in Rockville, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Paul R. Rivera's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul R. Rivera 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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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.

Paul R. Rivera is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Traffic Violations

Paul R. Rivera is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in Maryland →

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 Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul R. Rivera

Where is Paul R. Rivera's law office located?
Paul R. Rivera's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Paul R. Rivera, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul R. Rivera handle?
Paul R. Rivera focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, traffic, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Paul R. Rivera practiced law?
Paul R. Rivera has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Paul R. Rivera go to law school?
Paul R. Rivera earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Criminal, 1994).
How can I contact Paul R. Rivera for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1997
B.S. Criminal
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998

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