Atty. Roberto Soto Rivera

Atty. Roberto Soto Rivera

Mr. Roberto Soto Rivera is a lawyer practicing immigration, asylum, green cards and 2 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (945) 212-3711 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Roberto Soto Rivera at a glance

Roberto Soto Rivera is an Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Javier Rivera Attorney at Law. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on green cards, asylum, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Texas Southern University (B.A. Texas, 1976). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Roberto Soto Rivera is a lawyer practicing immigration, asylum, green cards and 2 other areas of law
  • Roberto received a B.A. degree from Texas Southern University in 1976, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Roberto practices at Javier Rivera Attorney at Law in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Roberto Soto Rivera's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roberto Soto Rivera handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Green Cards / Permanent Residency

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Asylum & Refugee

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Criminal Defense

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Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Roberto Soto Rivera

Where is Roberto Soto Rivera's law office located?
Roberto Soto Rivera's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Javier Rivera Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roberto Soto Rivera handle?
Roberto Soto Rivera focuses on green cards, asylum, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Roberto Soto Rivera practiced law?
Roberto Soto Rivera has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Roberto Soto Rivera go to law school?
Roberto Soto Rivera earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Texas, 1976).
How can I contact Roberto Soto Rivera for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- 1983
B.A. Texas
Texas Southern University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1989

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