Atty. Samuel Rivera

Atty. Samuel Rivera

Samuel Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, assault and battery, appellate practice and 17 other areas of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from Sacred Heart University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (272) 770-1608

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About Samuel Rivera at a glance

Samuel Rivera is a Member based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Samuel Rivera. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1996) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. (1999). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1995) and Sacred Heart University (B.A., 1991). Active member of Dauphin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Samuel Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, assault and battery, appellate practice and 17 other areas of law
  • Samuel received a B.A. degree from Sacred Heart University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Samuel practices at Samuel Rivera in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel Rivera's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harrisburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Samuel Rivera

Where is Samuel Rivera's law office located?
Samuel Rivera's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Samuel Rivera. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel Rivera handle?
Samuel Rivera focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Samuel Rivera practiced law?
Samuel Rivera has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Samuel Rivera go to law school?
Samuel Rivera earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Samuel Rivera for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1995
B.A.
Sacred Heart University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S.
Admitted: 1999

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