Van Riper & Nies Attorneys, P.A. – Deerfield Beach, Florida

Personal Injury | Criminal Defense | DUI Defense | Family & Divorce Law | Defense Base Act | Longshore Claims | Civil Litigation

Van Riper & Nies Attorneys, P.A. is a veteran-owned Florida law firm providing experienced and personalized representation to clients in Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, and throughout Broward County. Attorneys Tim Nies a U.S. Army Ranger Veteran of the 3rd Ranger Battalion, and Christian Van Riper, a former Florida Prosecutor and DCF investigator, combine decades of courtroom experience with integrity, discipline, and focus.

From our Deerfield Beach office, we represent clients in personal injury, auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, criminal defense, DUI cases, divorce and family law, paternity cases, Defense Base Act (DBA) claims, Longshore Act claims, and civil litigation. We proudly serve clients throughout Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Coconut Creek, Lighthouse Point, Coral Springs, Margate, and surrounding South Florida communities.

Our law firm is known for three core qualities: trial experience, accessibility, and results. Each client receives direct cell phone access to their attorney, ensuring immediate communication, transparency, and peace of mind.

Veteran-Owned and Operated Law Firm

Van Riper & Nies Attorneys is proud to be a veteran-owned Florida law firm. Founding partner Tim Nies served in the U.S. Army’s elite 3rd Ranger Battalion, part of the 75th Ranger Regiment. His experience as an Army Ranger instilled in him the discipline, integrity, and mission-focused mentality he applies to his law practice every day.

As a veteran injured in the line of duty, Tim understands hardship and resilience firsthand. Those values are reflected in how our firm treats clients, with respect, dedication, and perseverance.

We also honor fellow service members by offering discounted fees for military veterans, active-duty personnel, and first responders in family law and criminal defense cases.

Personal Injury and Accident Law – Deerfield Beach and Broward County

Our Deerfield Beach personal injury lawyers represent individuals and families throughout Broward County and South Florida who have been seriously injured due to negligence or wrongdoing.

Led by Tim Nies, a former insurance defense lawyer, our firm brings unique insight into how insurance companies operate. Tim previously defended major insurers before devoting his career to representing the injured. That experience allows him to anticipate insurance company tactics, prepare stronger cases, and recover maximum compensation for clients.

We handle all types of personal injury and accident claims, including:

• Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Boating and jet-ski accidents
• Slip, trip, and fall injuries
• Negligent security and premises liability
• Construction site accidents
• Wrongful death claims
• Catastrophic injury and disability cases

Our team investigates each case thoroughly, works with qualified experts, and ensures our clients receive the medical care and financial recovery they deserve. We handle cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney’s fees unless we win.

Criminal Defense and DUI Defense – Former Prosecutor Fighting for You

At Van Riper & Nies, Christian Van Riper leads the criminal defense and DUI practice in Deerfield Beach and across Broward County. As a former Florida Prosecutor, Christian brings an insider’s understanding of how the State investigates, charges, and prosecutes criminal cases.

He defends clients in all stages of criminal proceedings, from investigation and arraignment through trial and appeal, and has earned a reputation for courtroom skill, strategic preparation, and personal accessibility. Every client has his cell number for after-hours emergencies because arrests and crises don’t follow business hours.

Our Broward County criminal defense practice includes representation for:

• DUI and DWI charges
• Drug possession and trafficking
• Domestic violence
• Assault, battery, and violent crimes
• Theft, burglary, and grand theft
• Juvenile offenses
• Probation violations
• Resisting arrest and obstruction

Christian’s experience as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer allows him to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and build the strongest possible defense.

We also offer reduced fees for military veterans, active-duty service members, and law enforcement officers facing criminal charges.

Divorce and Family Law in Broward County

Our Deerfield Beach divorce and family law attorneys understand that family legal issues are deeply personal and often emotional. We represent clients in divorce, child custody, support, alimony, paternity, injunction, and dependency cases with professionalism, compassion, and strategy.

Attorney Christian Van Riper, who previously worked as an investigator with the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), brings unmatched experience in cases involving child safety, parental rights, and family dynamics. His work investigating child-abuse claims gives him rare insight into the system and how to protect his clients’ families.

We handle:

• Contested and uncontested divorce
• Child custody and time-sharing arrangements
• Child support and alimony
• Paternity actions and modifications
• Domestic violence injunctions
• Parental relocation
• Dependency and DCF-related cases
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

Van Riper & Nies Attorneys also offers discounted rates for family law cases involving military veterans and first responders. We protect our clients’ parental rights, financial security, and dignity throughout the process.

Defense Base Act (DBA) Claims – Worldwide Representation

Attorney Tim Nies leads our firm’s global Defense Base Act (DBA) practice, representing civilian contractors injured while working under U.S. government contracts overseas. From our offices in Florida, we represent contractors and their families across the United States and around the world, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Jordan, Syria, Africa, and Eastern Europe.

As both an Army Ranger Veteran and DBA lawyer, Tim understands the unique dangers faced by civilian contractors deployed to conflict zones. He represents clients before the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Administrative Law Judges (OALJ), ensuring they receive full and timely benefits.

Our DBA legal services include:

• Filing and litigating DBA claims
• LS-7 Position Statements and LS-18 Pre-Hearing Statements
• Wage chart preparation and analysis
• Medical care disputes
• DBA mediations and settlements
• Appeals before the Benefits Review Board

Tim fights to secure medical treatment, TTD, TPD, and PTD compensation, and ensures fair average weekly wage (AWW) calculations. His prior work as an insurance defense attorney gives him the strategic edge to anticipate carrier tactics and counter them effectively.

Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA)

Van Riper & Nies represents injured maritime workers under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). Attorney Tim Nies assists longshoremen, dock workers, shipyard employees, and port workers throughout Florida and the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.

We represent clients in all aspects of Longshore claims, including:

• Filing LS-203 claims and appeals
• Medical and wage benefit disputes
• OWCP and OALJ hearings
• Settlement negotiation and mediation

Our firm advocates for injured maritime workers in Port Everglades, Port Miami, Port Canaveral, and other regional ports, ensuring they receive proper benefits under federal law.

Civil Litigation and Business Law

Our Deerfield Beach civil litigation lawyers represent individuals, small businesses, and property owners in contract disputes, business torts, and insurance disputes. We combine trial experience with cost-effective strategies to protect our clients’ interests both in and out of court.

Accessibility and Client Commitment

Van Riper & Nies Attorneys stands apart for its accessibility and personal attention. Every client receives their attorney’s direct cell phone number, and our lawyers remain available evenings and weekends for emergencies.

We believe that communication is key to trust. Clients are updated regularly, involved in strategy decisions, and treated with respect. Our approach is simple: listen carefully, prepare thoroughly, and fight relentlessly.

Serving Deerfield Beach, Broward County, and Beyond

Our Deerfield Beach office proudly serves clients in:

• Fort Lauderdale
• Pompano Beach
• Coconut Creek
• Coral Springs
• Margate
• Lighthouse Point
• Parkland
• Tamarac
• Boca Raton (Palm Beach County)

We handle cases throughout Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties.

Van Riper & Nies Attorneys, P.A.

10 Fairway Drive, Suite 139

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Phone: (954) 369-0776

Website: www.vanriperandnies.com

Why Clients Choose Van Riper & Nies Attorneys

• Veteran-Owned and Operated – We bring the discipline and dedication of Army Rangers into the courtroom.
• Trial-Ready Experience – Both partners are seasoned litigators with decades of trial experience.
• Former Prosecutor and Former Insurance Defense Lawyer – Our team understands both sides of a case.
• Client Accessibility – Every client gets their attorney’s personal cell phone number.
• Discounts for Veterans and First Responders – Reduced fees for criminal defense and family law cases.
• Local Insight – Deep familiarity with Broward and Palm Beach County courts, judges, and procedures.