Paula S. Silverstein

Paula S. Silverstein

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Child custody Lawyer at East Petersburg, PA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Personal Injury

2085 State Street, East Petersburg, PA

About Paula

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

Any child custody or child support related issue.

27 years | 2,025 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 30%

All issues related to Divorce and Separations, Marital Settlement Agreements, Mediation work and attendance for Divorce issues. Litigate and mediate all levels of cases from multi-million dollars to smaller matters with the same attention to detail.

27 years | 1,930 cases

30%
Mediation 20%

I am a custody Mediator for the courts and I mediate privately as the Mediator for Divorce and Custody and I can mediate any matter as well. I facilitate settlements and negotiations with great success rates. I can save you attorney fees and time.

9 years | 225 cases

20%
Personal Injury 10%

Serious personal cases, car accidents, slip and fall, broken bones and scarring

35 years | 750 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ilkhanoff & Silverstein

2085 State Street, East Petersburg, PA, 17520

Ilkhanoff & Silverstein

249 South Main Street, Shrewsbury, PA, 17361

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Paula S. Silverstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best attorney EVER

Paula is seriously the best attorney you could ever have. I lucked out finding her because she is more then just an attorney. Not only does she work hard and gives it everything she has, but she actually cares about you as her client. It isn’t all about the money. She truly is an amazing person insid...e and out. I am proud to say that she is not only my lawyer but is also a friend. Paula and her husband Benard are just absolutely incredible. My life has been forever changed since I decided to hire Paula! I had a two day trial for custody for my son and WE WON! Going into court is always an uneasy feeling. I must say she really works so hard and is more prepared to help you then you could ever imagine. If you want this kind of service it is exactly what you get! Paula and her entire staff are unbelievable. If you need help she is a MUST HIRE!

Posted by Sean | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thank you so much!!!!!!

I hired Paula Silverstein for custody of my son and she was amazing. She walked me through the process and stuck to what was needed to be successful at winning custody. Her experience, knowledge, and drive to do what she felt was right prevailed throughout the entire trial and we won. I put the we...ll being and future of my son in Paula's hands and she came through. I couldn't be more appreciative. Thank you Paula!!!

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 ...looking out for their best interest! Paula has always kept mine and my children's best interest in mind. Even while I was deployed her team fought for my best interest. If I had to do it all over again I would most assuredly hire Paula.

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... us that we would be satisfied and we are extremely pleased with th results! She is so easy to talk to, always giving us explanations in easy terms to understand. Both my husband and I have referred at least three other clients to her firm, all being very pleased with their results. I would absolutely recommend retaining Paula for your legal needs!

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 ...trial. Paula did a great job examining and cross examining my ex and his witnesses. The judges decision was in my favor.

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Paula S. Silverstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Clark

Family lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Kathryn Nonas-Hunter

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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John Ogden

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Andrew Brown

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Bernard Ilkhanoff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Experienced and dedicated to caring for her clients needs."

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Selaine Keaton

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Thomas Clark

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John Ogden

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Bernard Ilkhanoff

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Partner, Ilkhanoff & SIlverstein

1991 - 1991

Assistant City Solicitor, City of Philadelphia and its Operating Departments

Associations

2016 - Present

Rotary Club of Lancaster - Sunrise

Board Member

York County Bar Association

Family Law Section Chair

York County Bar Association

Solo and Small Firm Co-Chair

Pennsylvania Association For Justice

Member

2012 - 2013

YMCA Southern York Branch

Chairperson of the Board

2011 - 2012

YMCA Southern Branch

Chair of Special Needs Committee

2010 - 2013

YMCA Southern Branch

Board of Directors

2008 - 2013

York County Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Custody Cases

successful results in many of our domestic cases

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Education

1991

Widener University School of Law

Juris Doctor

N/A

Muhlenberg College

Undergraduate Program

N/A

Reptile Continuing Legal Education and York County Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference

N/A

Reptile Continuing Legal Education and York County Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference

N/A

Reptile Continuing Legal Education and York County Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference

N/A

Reptile Continuing Legal Education and York County Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference

N/A

Reptile Continuing Legal Education and York County Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference

Speaking Engagements

2013

Handling the custody case pro bono, teaching other attorneys

Custody

N/A

Paul Smith Library, York VoTechnical, Hope Support Group

Family Law, Wills, Powers of Attorney

Languages

English

Activity

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