About
Paul J. Riviere, V is a New Jersey attorney and founding member of Riviere Advocacy Group, with experience representing civil and criminal clients in federal, civil, and municipal courts. His practice focuses on personal injury, business law, contract law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense. He draws on plaintiff and defense experience to evaluate cases from both sides and pursue practical results through litigation, negotiation, and careful case strategy for clients in serious legal matters effectively.
Mr. Riviere earned his B.A. from West Virginia University and his J.D. from Saint Thomas University School of Law. During law school, he received an academic scholarship, earned a book award in Property Law, and appeared on the Dean’s List. This education supports his work in legal research, courtroom preparation, contract analysis, injury claims, bankruptcy matters, criminal defense, and client counseling during challenging legal disputes in New Jersey courts statewide responsibly.
Mr. Riviere is admitted in New Jersey and the US District Court for New Jersey. Before founding his practice, he served as a Certified Legal Intern at the Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s Office and worked for an insurance defense law firm in Miami-Dade County. His memberships include the New Jersey Association for Justice, Monmouth County Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, and Hayden Proctor Inn of Court, supporting insight.
Paul J. Riviere, V has been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2014 through 2018 and has recovered millions of dollars for clients through settlements, contract negotiations, and injury compensation. His practice reflects preparation, broad legal knowledge, and steady advocacy across personal injury, bankruptcy, business, and criminal matters. Clients can rely on him for strategic guidance and committed representation in difficult legal cases with steady confidence.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founding Attorney, Riviere Advocacy Group
- Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
- Member, New Jersey Association for Justice
- Member, Monmouth County Bar Association
- Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- Member, Hayden Proctor Inn of Court
Licensed State
- New Jersey
Education
- St. Thomas University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts
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- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Contracts & Agreements
- Corporate & Incorporation
- Franchise, Dealership & Partnership
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Drug Crime
- Sex Crimes
- Violent Crime
- Animal & Dog Bites
- Car Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents




