Atty. Robert D. "Bobby" Rives
Bobby Rives is a native of Huntsville, Alabama, and was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1996. He received his B.S.B.A. from Auburn University in Montgomery in 1990 and his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Alabama in 1996.
Profile Summary
About Robert D. "Bobby" Rives at a glance
Robert D. "Bobby" Rives is a business and real estate attorney based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Capell & Howard PC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1996). Educated at The University of Alabama (J.D., 1996) and Auburn University - Montgomery (B.S.B.A, 1990). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Montgomery) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Bobby Rives is a native of Huntsville, Alabama, and was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1996
- He received his B.S.B.A. from Auburn University in Montgomery in 1990 and his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Alabama in 1996
- While at the University of Alabama, Bobby was a Student Editor for the American Journal of Tax Policy
- In addition, Bobby was awarded the University of Alabama Federal Tax Clinic Scholarship
- Bobby concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate and finance, with a special emphasis on real estate development and commercial lending
- He regularly advises clients in the acquisition, development and operation of a variety of commercial and residential real estate projects, such as shopping centers, multifamily properties, condominiums, mixed-use developments and traditional neighborhood developments
- Further, Bobby represents landlords and tenants in all types of commercial leasing negotiations
- Bobby routinely represents lenders and borrowers in connection with a wide array of construction and permanent financing facilities, including participating loans, for commercial properties such as shopping centers, apartments, office buildings, hotels and planned unit developments
- His practice also involves a special emphasis on representation of lenders making construction and permanent loans for multifamily housing for lower-income households, including loans that are made in connection with HOME loans, Section 42 tax credits and Affordable Housing Program grants
- Further, Bobby represents lenders in commercial and residential foreclosures and workouts
Practice Areas Explained
Robert D. "Bobby" Rives's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. "Bobby" Rives handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert D. "Bobby" Rives is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert D. "Bobby" Rives is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alabama
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Montgomery are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Alabama attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Montgomery or all attorneys in Alabama.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Robert D. "Bobby" Rives
Where is Robert D. "Bobby" Rives's law office located?
What practice areas does Robert D. "Bobby" Rives handle?
How long has Robert D. "Bobby" Rives practiced law?
Where did Robert D. "Bobby" Rives go to law school?
How can I contact Robert D. "Bobby" Rives for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Robert D. "Bobby" Rives received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.