Fernando Rivero

Prayers for you for peace and comfort and blessings to your family!! RIP Fernando

This is indeed a devastating loss to the DC legal community. Having seen Fernando in court and spoken with him in person many times, I attest to the fact that he was a true champion for the rights of those in need, a terrific lawyer, and a lovely person. With gratitude to have shared some time together and sympathy to his friends and family, Judge John Mott

I have known Fernando for almost 30 years after meeting in Dupont Circle because I always saw him around and had to introduce myself to this enigmatic individual. A longstanding friendship developed full of of laughter and sincere respect. I admired his intellect, his wit, his kindness and his dedication to helping others. His modesty prevented him from accepting what a brilliant role model he was to me, and now he is the 2nd personal hero of mine to succumb to Covid after 30 years of...

Just found out today from a friend that our dear friend Fernando had passed. Small in stature but a big heart and colossal personality. He was a sincere public servant who truly exemplified integrity and grit in protecting those who were the most vulnerable. Rest in power dear friend and know you were loved and respected and now missed. Jay Haddock & Héctor Torres

RIP Fernando.