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Posted by Jordan | August 12, 2015

Could not be happier

I contacted Mr. Silva shortly after I was arrested for a DUI. He promptly scheduled me for a free consultation and fit me in within a 2 days. This was my first arrest and I had no previous experience in talking to a lawyer or dealiing with the court system so I was pretty nervous. During my consultat...ion, he seemed to be very knowledgeable and explained everything that he would do to fight my case for me. He explained that he would begin reviewing the details and would pick out any little detail that he thought could help us dispute the officers findings and made sure that they followed procedure to a tee. After consulting with two other lawyers in Jacksonville, I decided that Mr. Silva was the best option. He was very open to any questions I had and didnt mind taking the time to explain anything that I did not understand. Since I had no prior experience in dealing with the court system, I put 100% faith in Mr. SIlva and let him come up with a strategy. I wont go into detail but he stuck to his plan and kept me informed along the way. Although the case took a while to resolve, the end result concluded with me not being convicted for the DUI and pleading guilty to a careless and wreckless citation which was only a small fine and court cost. I could not be more pleased with the outcome of my case. In addition to his excellent work, he also allowed me to pay him on a payment plan, which was abosoluty great as I am a student and could not afford to pay any attourney outright. While he may be a little more expensive than some other attourneys in the area, you get what you pay for and he delivered. I would not hesitate to hire him again should the occasion ever arise.

Matthew Silva

Replied last August 12, 2015

I am sorry it took so long for me to comment on the review . . . In any event, I am very happy with the outcome of your case. It was a tough situation and I know you had to appear in court a few times more than we had originally anticipated. Getting the DWI dismissed was totally worth it though. I hope you have a great career and if there is anything we can help with, please give us a call. Best of luck in all your endeavors!

Posted by Michael | August 12, 2015

Best Attorney In NC

After earing my Bachelor & Master degrees, I was faced with a serious hurdle - my felony conviction from 10 years prior. After contacting numerous lawyers in the area who were either unwilling or unable to provide any help, I finally found Mr. Silva. Mr. Silva's credentials were impeccable and as a... result, I hired him after our consultation. The best part of my experience with Mr. Silva was his professionalism and customer service AFTER being retained. In my particular case, the legal process would take roughly 3 years. During the course of this process, Mr. Silva was always a phone call away. Messages were always met with timely responses. Meetings were scheduled and kept. Plans which were developed together were acted upon. Updates were in real time. This emphasis on his clients is what separates Mr. Silva from the rest of the pack. Mr. Silva reviewed the case, found several legal discrepancies, was then able to have the case reopened, my felony conviction was overturned, and now my record is being expunged. Mr. Silva's dedication to his clients and skill sets are unmatched in Jacksonville, NC. If you are looking for an attorney who will not only get results, but also treat you with the highest level of customer service, look no further than Mr. Silva as your attorney.

Matthew Silva

Replied last August 12, 2015

Michael: Thank you for the positive review. I am very happy that we were able to reopen your case and get the felony conviction dismissed. I know it was a long road, but the results were worth it! Best of luck to you and all of your endeavors! If you ever need anything, please do not hesitate to call.

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2015

Look No Further!

I live out of state and was charged with serious crimes while working in NC. Facing a criminal case is daunting enough, but to try to manage it from thousands of miles away is simply terrifying. Mr. Silva took my case, handled every single detail for me, worked his magic and successfully got every ...single charge dismissed! I cannot recommend Mr. Silva's services enough. Knowing you have someone knowledgeable, skilled and, most importantly, truly concerned with the outcome of your personal case is priceless! Thank you for all of your hard work!

Matthew Silva

Replied last August 10, 2015

Thank you very much for the positive review. I am happy the charges were dismissed . . . I wish it could have happened a long time ago. If you or someone you know ever needs something in the future, please contact us. We would be happy to help! Best of luck in all your endeavors!

Posted by Joe' Mon | July 23, 2015

Outstanding Criminal Defense Attorney

I hired Attorney Silva for a very serious criminal matter, knowing he was the best criminal attorney around. Attorney Silva was very professional, knowledgeable, trustworthy and kind. He returned a more than sataisfactory result for the case at hand. I would recommend him to any one that needs a crim...inal attorney that goes above and beyond his call of duty.

Matthew Silva

Replied last July 23, 2015

Joe's Mom: Thank you for the great review. I appreciated the fact that you turned to me during this horrible situation. I am happy the way things turned out and I am glad that you, your son, and your family can move past this situation without it holding you back. Best of luck, and if you ever need anything again, please do not hesitate to call me.

Posted by Alvaro Lopez | June 22, 2015

Amazing Lawyer and Person

I had seen Mr. Silva in court previous to my own case and He really showed passion but overall concern for his client (My best-friend). I was involved in an accident and given 7 different charges including a Felony hit and run. The events were nothing like the officer at the scene had painted and tha...nks to Mr Silva who not only defended me but did so while I was away ( I live In MA) , I was only given fines. He was very understanding about my economic situation and worked a plan with me that allowed the already horrible situation go a lot smoother. Mr. Silva is very professional and will go the extra mile to seek justice for you. Having him represent Me is one thing I will never regret.

Matthew Silva

Replied last June 22, 2015

Mr. Lopez: thank you for the positive review! I know this case seemed to drag on forever but I think the result was worth the wait. I hope you are able to move on with your life and put this terrible situation behind you. If you ever need anything, or any of your USMC brethren, make sure to give me a call.

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