Paula S. Silverstein has decades of experience representing clients with their personal injury, family law and domestic matters and general civil litigation. If you are living in the Central Pennsylvania area including York and Lancaster and have been injured in a car acccident, facing divorce or any domestic issue, construction issues, Physician representation for contracts, contact Paula S. Silverstein today. Attorney Silverstein in married to her law partner, Bernard Ilkhanoff. They have been in their law practice together since 1999. Attorney Silverstein was an Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Philadelphia, then worked for Post & Schell, a large Philadelphia based law firm and then in house counsel for the St. Paul and then opened a private practice.
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2085 State Street, East Petersburg, PA, 17520
249 South Main Street, Shrewsbury, PA, 17361
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Posted by Jeremy | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
My own personal bulldog
Paula was there for me every step of the way! She was never afraid to go on the offensive and dig deep to get results. Hiring Paula to work my divorce and child custody was the best thing I could have done! I have referred several other family, friends and co-workers because I know she's all ways ...
Posted by Leslie | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Love Ms. Silverstein
Ms. Silverstein and her office staff treat you like family. From my first appointment I knew I chose the right attorney to represent me. Attorney Silverstein was always available and even communicated in the evenings when the day was spent in court. She totally gets the dynamics as it relates t...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent communication!
We are so impressed with Paula's communication style. Whenever we contact her or her staff, we are always well informed of the latest updates having to deal with our case. She is honest and gives us excellent advice and always on a timely basis. She was recommended to us by a friend who guaranteed...
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Child Custody
Paula was knowledgeable and always able to answer my questions. Every time I would start to get anxious and worry about my case, she would remind me to relax and reassure me that she was on top of my case. After a lot of back and forth from opposing counsel, conciliation, mediation, we ended up in ...
Posted by Kathy | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Paula is one of the best!
I hired Paula to handle the mediation portion of my divorce. Many aspects of how she handled the case impressed me. When my ex-husband and his counsel dragged their feet, purposely or not, she could motivate them to move forward. The communicattion between Paula, her paralegal, and myself was very g...
"I endorse Attorney Silverstein. Attorney Silverstein is a skilled attorney that vigorously advocates for her clients. Attorney Silverstein works hard to obtain the best possible results for her clients while protecting the things that are most important to them. She is a strong advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent example of a great family law attorney. We have worked together on several cases and I am confident that she gives each of her clients sound legal advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together on several matters and Paula is always on time, well prepared and a zealous advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Silverstein is a committed and prepared advocate for her clients. She is excellent at trial and it is evident that she puts the time and effort into her cases which translate into successful results for her clients. She is a past president of the York County Bar Family Law section and is held in high regard by her peers."
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2016
Select Lawyer in the fields of Family, Divorce and Custody, Susquehanna Valley
2016
Jeremiah Sullivan Black Barrister Award, York County Bar Foundation
2015
Jeremiah Sullivan Black Barrister Award, York County Bar Foundation
2015
Select Lawyer in the Fields of Family, Divorce, and Custody Law, Susquehanna Valley
2014
Select Lawyer in the Fields of Family, Divorce, and Custody Law, Susquehanna Valley
2012
Pro Bono Service to the Community, York County Bar Foundation
2011
Jeremiah Sullivan Black Barrister Award, Jeremiah Sullivan Black Barrister Award
2010
Volunteer of the Year, York YMCA
2008
Pro Bono Service to the Community, York County Bar Foundation
1999 - Present
Partner, Ilkhanoff & SIlverstein
1991 - 1991
Assistant City Solicitor, City of Philadelphia and its Operating Departments
2016 - Present
Rotary Club of Lancaster - SunriseBoard Member
Family Law Section Chair
Solo and Small Firm Co-Chair
Member
2012 - 2013
YMCA Southern York BranchChairperson of the Board
2011 - 2012
YMCA Southern BranchChair of Special Needs Committee
2010 - 2013
YMCA Southern BranchBoard of Directors
2008 - 2013
York County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
successful results in many of our domestic cases
1991
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Family Law, Wills, Powers of Attorney
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