Atty. Ricardo Rivera
Mr. Ricardo Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, dui/dwi and 2 other areas of law.
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Ricardo Rivera is a Partner based in Clearwater, Florida, practicing at Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, expungement, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (2006). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 2005) and State University of New York (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Ricardo Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, dui/dwi and 2 other areas of law
- Ricardo received a B.A. degree from State University of New York in 1994, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Ricardo practices at Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A. in Clearwater, FL
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Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Clearwater are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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