Samantha Summers-Rivas serves as the dedicated Victim Advocate & Certified Paralegal at The 702 Firm, bringing over 20 years of specialized experience in supporting survivors of Sex trafficking and exploitation. As an expert with lived experience in the sex industry, Samantha uniquely understands the complex challenges faced by trafficking & exploitation survivors and provides compassionate, informed advocacy throughout their legal journey.
At The 702 Firm, Samantha works directly with trafficking victims pursuing civil litigation against hotels, transportation services, and other entities that facilitated or contributed to their exploitation. Her role encompasses comprehensive victim support, including trauma-informed guidance, resource coordination, and serving as a crucial liaison between survivors and the legal team.
Samantha’s expertise spans the full spectrum of trafficking cases, from labor exploitation to commercial sexual exploitation. She has developed specialized knowledge in identifying institutional failures and corporate negligence that enable trafficking operations, particularly within the hospitality and transportation industries. Her open source intelligence training enhances her ability to create comprehensive evidence packets that support survivors’ cases and strengthen legal arguments against defendants. Her advocacy work focuses on empowering survivors to reclaim their voices while holding accountable the businesses and organizations that profit from or turn a blind eye to human trafficking.
Through her extensive experience in the anti-trafficking field, Samantha has built strong relationships with service providers, law enforcement, and advocacy organizations nationwide. This network enables her to connect survivors with comprehensive support services, including mental health resources, housing assistance, legal aid, and other essential services needed for long-term recovery and stability.
Samantha’s commitment to survivor centered advocacy and her deep understanding of both the legal process and the healing journey make her an invaluable advocate for those seeking justice and accountability in trafficking cases. Her work at The 702 Firm represents a continuation of her lifelong dedication to supporting survivors and fighting against the systems that enable exploitation.
The 702 Firm is committed to providing comprehensive legal representation and advocacy support to trafficking survivors pursuing civil remedies against hotels, transportation companies, and other entities that contributed to their exploitation.