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Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney

tje best lawyer arounf

M. Silva was patient , kind and understanding. Clerical staff is excrllent also.. Danielle specifically put up with me as Silva did with professional attitude.

Matthew Silva

Replied last March 08, 2018

Thank you for the positive review. I hope that you are fully satisfied with the service we provided. If you ever need help in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best of luck in all your future endeavors.

Posted by Brittney | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

My case 2-22-18

Matt went above and beyond for my case. It has been a tough year but every time I consulted with Matt I felt better in knowing he had my best interest in mind. He proved just that in the court room. Not only did he defend me in my case but he’s improving my record with an expungement.

Matthew Silva

Replied last February 23, 2018

Brittney: I know that this has been an overwhelming year for you. You did well during the trial and the truth came out. I am happy the case was dismissed and that you can move on with your life. I am even more happy that you will be able to go forward without anything on your record. I wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavors!

Posted by Jeffrey | February 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

DWI Refusal. Mr. Silva saved my career

Mr. Silva and his staff gave me my life and career back. In mid summer of 2016 I was charged for DWI refusal. After consulting some other firms it seemed like my case was hopeless, until I spoke with Mr. Silva. Right away at my first consultation I knew Mr. Silva and his firm were the right fit. Mr. ...Silva’s knowledge of the legal system, the behaviors of the local cops, and attitudes of the judges right away impressed me. Mr. Silva is good at what he does because he is an intellectual who thrives off being challenged. Mr. Silva told me he became a lawyer because he likes puzzles and appreciates the unique aspect to each case. Yes, he will be more expensive than his competition, but what you get in return is a comprehensive service of Mr. Silva and his staff. His staff continuously kept me in the loop making sure I knew where my case was standing and when my appointments were. They were polite, courteous, and above all proactive. I didn’t have to hunt down his staff for answers when I had questions. At any time if I had a question it was promptly answered. When you hire Mr. Silva, you are retaining the services of someone who isn’t going to sugar coat your case. I knew exactly what my possible outcomes were if I won or lost, and I knew that Mr Silva’s firm wasn’t just collecting a paycheck. My case took a year, but at the end of the ordeal, Mr. Silva had my entire case dropped. I firmly believe that if my case had been handled by a different firm the results would have been different. If you have been charged with a DWI or refusal, do not hesitate, call Mr. Silva today.

Matthew Silva

Replied last February 20, 2018

Jeffrey, thank you so much for the positive review. I really enjoyed representing you and I am very happy that you can continue serving our country. You had a unique case and I think the facts justified the dismissal. If you or anyone you know needs help, please do not hesitate to call. I wish you the best of luck in your career and your future endeavors!

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Very Professional Help,

From the consultation, to the recent day in court final, Mr. Silva handled our situation in the most professional manner. The Justice system is not the most rapid thing to deal with, and it will try one's patience to the end. Mr. Silva's "guidance" and patience got us a "NOT" Guilty verdict. This ...verdict took a little over a year to get, but would not trade it. I/We would have no problem in recommending his excellence. A Great Choice. We new it from the start.

Matthew Silva

Replied last February 13, 2018

Thank you so much for the great review. I really enjoyed working with both you and your wife. I know having to show up to so many court dates was a burden and I thank you for your patience. I am very happy with the verdict and I am glad we didn't have to appeal. If you ever need anything, or know someone who does, please feel free to contact my office. Best of luck in all your future endeavors!

Posted by KC Pearce | January 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Matthew Silva is an exceptional attorney. Case dismissed.

In 2015 the FBI raided my home, seized property, and charged me with 21 felonies that could have resulted in ten or more years of incarceration. Acting on a recommendation I hired Matthew Silva to handle my case. He worked patiently and methodically and listened to my concerns all along the way. M...y observation is that he is one of the most intelligent attorneys I have ever met and he has excellent instincts for knowing how to respond at different stages of the case. Silva got my CASE DISMISSED. If I had been convicted of even one of the felony charges my life would be much different for the worse than it is now. Silva saved me from some serious potential legal repercussions. You couldn't do better in the Jacksonville, NC area than to hire Silva to solve your legal issues.

Matthew Silva

Replied last January 24, 2018

Mr. Pearce: Thank you for the wonderful review. I enjoyed working with you on this case and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. I hope the stress of having this situation has been lifted. Also, thank you for putting your trust in me over these last couple of years. I know there were times where the magnitude of what you were facing was daunting. I wish you the very best in all your future endeavors! If you ever need anything, please do not hesitate to contact my office.

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