Van Riper and Nies Attorneys, PA - Boca Raton, FL

Veteran Trial Lawyer Warriors Fighting For Your Rights

When you are facing a serious legal challenge-whether it is a catastrophic personal injury, a high-stakes criminal charge, or a complex divorce-having aggressive, trial-ready advocates on your side is critical to your success. At Van Riper and Nies Attorneys, PA, they are known in South Florida as trial lawyer warriors. Co-founded by a combat veteran U.S. Army Ranger and a former state felony prosecutor, this highly dedicated firm brings a level of discipline, strategic planning, and trial-tested courage that is rare in the legal field. If you need a lawyer urgently to go to battle for you, this Boca Raton team is fully prepared to take your case to court and win.

What sets Van Riper and Nies apart is their unique background. Partner Tim Nies served in the Army's elite 75th Ranger Regiment and was injured on a parachute mission. He later worked as a defense attorney representing major insurance companies, giving him an insider's view of how insurers lowball claimants. Partner Christian Van Riper is a former state prosecutor who litigated countless felony cases, and a former investigator for the Department of Children and Families (DCF). This powerful combination allows them to analyze your case from multiple angles and build ironclad legal strategies. When you hire an attorney from their team, you get direct access to seasoned advocates who work personally on your file.

Comprehensive Legal Defense and Civil Advocacy

With offices in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Stuart, and Deerfield Beach, Van Riper and Nies represent clients throughout Palm Beach County and beyond. They maintain a diverse trial practice, leveraging their extensive courtroom experience to deliver favorable outcomes in several core legal areas, including:

• Personal Injury and Auto Accidents: Representing victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and boating accidents, as well as catastrophic slip and fall incidents.
• Criminal Defense and DUI: Defending individuals against state and federal charges, from minor misdemeanors and DUIs to complex white-collar felonies.
• Divorce and Family Law: Strategic advocacy in contested divorces, paternity disputes, custody battles, alimony negotiation, and DCF dependency proceedings.
• Maritime and Longshore Injuries: Specialized representation for injured workers under the Jones Act, Longshore Act, and federal Defense Base Act (DBA).
• Civil and Commercial Litigation: Handling complex breach of contract disputes, partnership disagreements, and property disputes.

Elite Ratings and Exceptional Courtroom Reputation

The stellar legal skills of Tim Nies and Christian Van Riper have earned them elite industry recognition. Both partners hold the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent AV rating, which is the highest possible designation for legal skill and ethics. They also maintain superb 10.0 Avvo ratings, have been named Rising Stars by Florida Trend, and have been featured in the South Florida Business Journal's Best of the Bar. If you want to find a lawyer who will outwork the opposition, maintain open communication, and aggressively advocate for your recovery or defense, Van Riper and Nies represents the ultimate South Florida resource.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Defense Base Act (DBA) claim" The Defense Base Act is a federal workers' compensation program that protects civilian contractors injured while working overseas on military bases or under public work contracts. Tim Nies specializes in litigating these complex claims before the Department of Labor.

How does a former prosecutor benefit my criminal defense case" A former prosecutor understands exactly how the state builds its case, evaluates evidence, and handles negotiations. This insider knowledge allows our team to identify weaknesses in the state's arguments and build a proactive, robust defense strategy.

What are the benefits of a free consultation with Van Riper and Nies" During your free consultation, our trial lawyers will personally review your accident details, criminal charges, or family law dispute, outline your options, and establish a clear path forward without any upfront financial obligation.