Brittni Rivera
Brittni Rivera
Biography
Brittni Rivera is a Partner at Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC, where she dedicates her practice exclusively to the complexities of immigration law. As a first generation immigrant herself whose family immigrated from Cuba in the 1970s, Brittni’s work is more than a career—it is a deeply personal mission to protect the rights and dignity of the immigrant community.
Brittni brings over a decade of experience to the firm, blending sharp legal expertise with a genuine, compassionate approach. She is a fierce advocate in federal litigation, removal and deportation defense, asylum, and family-based immigration.
Her commitment to justice was most recently demonstrated through her leadership following Operation Midway Blitz in 2025. Recognizing a systemic violation of due process, Brittni filed over 50 habeas corpus cases across the United States. Her tireless efforts in the federal courts led to the release of numerous individuals from ICE custody, restoring their right to a fair hearing and reuniting them with their families.
Brittni’s foundation in advocacy began at DePaul University, where she graduated magna cum laude with degrees in Psychology and Spanish. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2014. She is fluent in Spanish and reaches out to churches, bar associations and community groups establishing ties across a broad spectrum. She is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Federal Bar Association.
On a personal note, Brittni believes that every client has a story worth telling. Being fluent in Spanish allows her to build a bridge of trust and understanding with those she represents, and she finds great joy in learning about the diverse cultures and backgrounds of the families she serves. For Brittni, the law is not just about filings and statutes—it is about ensuring that the next generation of immigrants has the same opportunities her own family sought decades ago.”
Speaking Engagements
- Ethically Helping Clients Evaluate Risk (May 2025) – Speaker, American Immigration Lawyers Association, Spring Ethics Conference
- U Visas Updates and Strategies (June 2019) – Speaker, Chicago Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Class
- Immigration Law and Psychology: How to Utilize Your Psychology Degree in the Practice of Law (March 2018) – Speaker, Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, Illinois
- U Visas: Complex Issues and Waivers (January 2018) – Speaker, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, Continuing Legal Education Class
Awards
- Super Lawyers – Rising Stars 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Bar Admissions
- State of Illinois
- Northern District of Illinois
- Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals
- Southern District of Indiana
- Northern District of Indiana
- Eastern District of Wisconsin
- Western District of Michigan
Professional Associations
- American Immigration Lawyers Association
- Chicago Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
- Federal Bar Association
Education
- J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law, 2014
- B.A., DePaul University, magna cum laude, 2011
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We have been in the dark with our case for over 2 decades, while working with other big firms who just kept me in the dark and sat on our case without making any effort to move it forward until I met the wonderful team at Kriezelman & Burton. AO and JP are truly God-sent angels who with their knowledge, collaboration, sense of direction and outside the box thinking, managed…
Highly recommend attorney Kevin Raica and attorney Agata Bigdanowicz. They were super helpful, responded on time, and won my case in record time. It took about a month and half in total for me to get my approval after filing!
Brittni Rivera and her team (Carina Lopez) are fantastic! They are responsive, efficient and beyond compassionate. Brittni Rivera and her team treated me with dignity and respect as they patiently answered all of my questions. They didn't move on without making sure I understood each step. Their work ethic was impressive. It felt like they were an extension of my personal team. I can't say enough to convey my gratitude…
Justin Burton is extremely professional knowledgeable and helpful. I’m extremely thankful for his help and patience with my case. I strongly advise to use his services and refer him to anybody in need of legal help. Thank you.
I wanted to share my experience and say that attorney Britney Rivera is extremely competent in her work. I had heard from friends that she was a very strong lawyer, and she certainly proved to be one. She won our case in a very short time, and my family and I are incredibly grateful to her!🌹And a big thank you to her team as well!🌹🌹🌹
Huge thanks to Attorney Matthew for his incredible support on our immigration case! 🙏 He was professional, responsive, and his expertise led to a successful outcome. We truly appreciate his hard work and highly recommend his service.
I’m deeply grateful to God for leading us to this law firm; it is a true blessing to work with such professional and passionate individuals. Their dedication and commitment help make a difficult situation far less traumatic. In our case, we received 100% support from Attorney Andrea Ochoa and paralegal Rafael. May God bless them and allow them to continue this wonderful work. Thank you—a thousand thanks.
I give my total recommendation and trust in this great organization that has supported me and my family in very difficult times, especially the lawyer Andrea Ochoa and her paralegal Rafael who were little angels that God has sent us to be able to face all the obstacles that we have had along the way. Thank you very much with all my heart. ❤️
I have heard from several people that Brittni is a great attorney. When my friend was detained, I recommended Brittni to take his case. She did an amazing job putting together all the necessary information, especially given that we had only a couple of days to submit the habeas corpus application. She and her team worked very professionally and provided clear guidance throughout. She stayed in touch consistently and was…
Highly recommend Jennifer Peyton in federal litigations. She’s very polite and experienced.
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