Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC - Lubbock, TX
Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC is a premier Lubbock, Texas criminal defense and litigation practice led by former magistrate judge Roland Rivera, delivering aggressive 24/7 advocacy in DWI, drug offenses, violent crimes, and personal injury across the South Plains.
Strategic Criminal Defense and Trial Advocacy in Lubbock, Texas
Located at 1801 13th Street in Lubbock, the Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC provides formidable, client-centered defense representation for individuals facing criminal prosecution across West Texas. Founding attorney Roland Rivera, a graduate of the University of Texas School of Law and a member of the Texas Bar College, possesses a rare legal vantage point earned through his prior judicial service as a magistrate judge for Lubbock County and the City of Lubbock. Having presided over felony and misdemeanor arraignments, evaluated arrest warrants, and determined probable cause, Attorney Rivera understands precisely how prosecutors assemble cases and where judicial vulnerabilities lie. When your reputation, freedom, and future are on the line, you need an attorney with the court-tested insight and relentless drive required to protect your constitutional rights at every juncture.
Rigorous DUI and DWI Defense Representation
A driving while intoxicated charge can result in immediate driver license suspension, steep statutory fines, and mandatory jail time. Whether your arrest occurred near the Texas Tech campus, on Loop 289, or on the Marsha Sharp Freeway, Attorney Roland Rivera intervenes immediately to challenge state evidence:
- Challenging the constitutional validity of initial traffic stops and vehicle searches conducted by law enforcement.
- Scrutinizing standardized field sobriety tests, breathalyzer calibration histories, and blood warrant procedures.
- Representing motorists in Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearings to prevent commercial and personal license suspensions.
- Negotiating favorable plea bargains, including reductions to non-intoxication offenses or complete case dismissals.
- Defending against aggravated charges involving repeat felony DWI, high blood alcohol concentrations, and intoxication assault.
Drug Offenses, Violent Crimes, and Felony Defense
Facing state or federal criminal allegations demands immediate, strategic intervention. As experienced criminal defense lawyers, the Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC aggressively dismantles the state case across a comprehensive spectrum of criminal charges:
- Defending clients against misdemeanor and felony drug possession, manufacturing, and distribution charges.
- Drafting aggressive motions to suppress contraband obtained through unlawful searches and Fourth Amendment violations.
- Representing individuals accused of assault, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and family violence offenses.
- Providing strategic defense against theft, burglary of a vehicle or habitation, robbery, and financial crimes.
- Guiding eligible clients through statutory expunctions and orders of nondisclosure to clear arrest records and restore reputations.
Personal Injury and Workplace Rights Advocacy
Beyond his robust criminal defense docket, Attorney Roland Rivera advocates for individuals who have suffered catastrophic harm due to negligence. The firm serves as trusted accident and injury lawyers, representing victims injured in motor vehicle collisions, commercial truck wrecks, and wrongful death incidents. In addition, the practice provides assertive counsel in employment law matters, championing workers facing unlawful discrimination and wrongful termination.
Why Clients Choose the Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC
When you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer in Lubbock, the Law Office of Roland Rivera, PLLC offers an unparalleled combination of judicial perspective and relentless courtroom advocacy. With 24/7 client intake for urgent arrests, bilingual representation in English and Spanish, transparent fee structures with flexible payment plans, and free confidential initial consultations, Attorney Roland Rivera stands ready to fight for your freedom.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic South Overton neighborhood of Lubbock, which is known for its beautiful historic homes and close proximity to Texas Tech University.
Building Location
This is a one-story Tudor/Colonial-style converted residential office building originally built in 1928, situated directly on 13th Street, just blocks from the Park at City Hall.
Parking Details
For visitors, public parking is available in the City of Lubbock parking lot and other unnamed surface parking lots located nearby. Street parking is also accessible along 13th Street.
Public Transit
Served by Citibus Route 19 (Wayland Plaza / South Plains Mall); nearest stop is at 19th St. & Ave R.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the main front entrance on 13th Street. The offices of the firm are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible from the main entrance foyer.