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4.9 /5.0
26 Client Reviews
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Biography
Thomas P. Silis brings a distinguished background in litigation and transactional law to his clients at Silis & Associates. A graduate with honors from New York Law School, Mr. Silis began his career at a prominent Washington, D.C. litigation firm, where he quickly earned recognition as a tenacious trial attorney. His experience extends to high-stakes real estate development negotiations and contract work for both individuals and businesses across the D.C. metropolitan area. Additionally, Mr. Silis serves as a neutral mediator, utilizing his years of advocacy and negotiation to help parties find common ground outside of court. Clients value his combination of assertive defense strategies and a compassionate, individualized approach to representation. Mr. Silis is admitted to the bars of Virginia, Maryland, D.C., and New York, as well as the U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern District of Virginia, reflecting his broad experience and commitment to serving a diverse client base.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Family
50%
Criminal Defense
40%
Business
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Virginia for 22 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 24 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Thomas P Silis's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (7)
Divorce & Separation (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (6)
Child Custody (3)
Family (2)
Construction & Development (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Litigation (1)
Mediation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Violent Crime (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
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Posted by Curtis | May 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Multiple offenses
I had multiple offenses , one new charge and seven probation violations because of the new charge! Mr. Silis and his associates spent every avenue imaginable to mitigate the situation . I took the case to trial and ended up doing no time on the violations or the new charge! We literally had the whol...
Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Don't think twice. This firm is awesome.
I have seen Tom Silis in action both at Alexandria city and in Fairfax county. He was excellent on both occasions. He has a powerful commanding voice in the court room and his intelligent arguments are exactly what you need in a lawyer. Two big thumbs up from me. If your freedom is on the litne y...
Posted by Vick | April 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very knowledgable, dependable, and caring attorney..
I hired Mr Silis to defend me in a protective order case. He was professional, knowledgable, caring and thorough. Tom won my case for me. I will definitely hire him again if the need arises,
Posted by Jorge | March 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney
My wife and I have a great and loving relationship but sometimes arguments happen that get out of hand. In our family an argument that involves the police and a lawyer is the exception and not the norm. To make a long story short, our argument involved the police and my wife ended up getting arrested...
Posted by Jeff | November 13, 2013 | Corporate & Incorporation
Great attention to detail
I have used Mr. Silis for multiple cases including incorporating my company and representing me in several mediations. I have found him and his staff to be friendly and more importantly to have an exceptional attention to detail. I have referred friends and family to him and plan to use his firm to...
Thomas P Silis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tom is an excellent family lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients. He is an elite trial practitioner who is not afraid of tough battles or aggressive opponents. You will be in good hands if you hire Tom."
"Excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"Thomas Silis is an exceptionally skilled attorney and committed advocate for his clients. If I feel that I need expert advice on a complicated legal matter, I pick up the phone and call Tom. I highly recommend his services."
"Tom is a skilled litigator and negotiator who gets great results for his clients. He is also a very ethical and courteous lawyer and a good guy."
"A powerful ally to have in any situation: After working closely with Tom for over two years I can say, without question, that he is one of the most passionate and effective litigators that I have ever seen. Expertly skilled and fiercely loyal to his clients, Tom works tirelessly to always protect their interests and is never intimidated when the odds seem against him. No matter what type of case you may find yourself embroiled in, whether it be criminal, domestic, business, civil-- there is no better way to arm yourself for battle than to call Tom."
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Tom is one of the most tenacious lawyers I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him for any family-law issue in Northern Virginia."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Top attorney, Who's Who Legal
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Principal, Silis & Associates
2000 - 2004
Attorney, Regan Halperin & Long
Associations
2003 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2001 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Alexandria Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Naseer v. Moghal
Virginia Court of Appeals upheld the ruling of the Fairfax County Circuit Court
Education
1999
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
George Washington University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
Greek