Alexander Silkman is the founding personal injury attorney for The Silkman Law Firm and focuses in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death matters. Originally from Colorado, he has made Arizona his permanent home since 2010.
Alexander earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Financial Services from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah. Upon graduation, he worked as a hospital administrator for a large veterinary clinic, overseeing as many as four doctors and twenty-five support staff. Alexander eventually returned to school and received his Juris Doctorate degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.
Alexander focused his legal training on practical aspects of law. He served as a law clerk at boutique firm while in school where he focused on researching and writing on many areas of law involving multiple civil litigation cases. Additionally, he participated in his law school’s Healthcare Entrepreneurship clinic for multiple semesters where he worked for a start-up healthcare company, finding legal solutions to problems involving everything from licensing agreements to creating an electronic prescription system that complied with various state laws. Alexander’s work with the Healthcare Entrepreneurship clinic earned him a CALI Excellence for the Future award.
As a personal injury attorney, Alexander is dedicated to advocating the best possible position for his clients. He strives to educate his clients about the law, their rights, how the legal system works and how his clients can use that knowledge to their advantage whether they have been injured in an auto accident or dealing with a wrongful death suit.
Practice areas
Auto/Motorcycle Accident, Semi-Truck Accident, Slips and Falls, Wrongful Death, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Injuries, Burn Injuries, Bicycle Accident, Bus Accidents, Boating Accidents, Dog Bites
9 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2013 | 05/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 136 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
Avvo Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
Excellence for the Future - Healthcare Entrepreneurship | CALI | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | The Silkman Law Firm, PLC | 2013 - Present |
Law Clerk | Rosacci Law Firm | 2011 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association for Justice | 2015 - Present | |
Arizona Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 - Present | |
Arizona Association for Justice | Co-Chair of the Learn At Lunch CLE Program | 2014 - Present |
Maricopa County Bar Association, Personal Injury/Negligence Section | 2013 - Present | |
American Bar Association | 2010 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Silkman Law Firm, PLC blog | What Happens After Your Motorcycle Accident? | 2016 |
The Silkman Law Firm, PLC blog | Tips For Safe Travel On Valley Metro Bus | 2015 |
The Silkman Law Firm, PLC Blog | 6 Tips To Handle Your Bicycle Accident | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
Westminster College (Salt Lake City) | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2007 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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LB Lunch and Learn | Personal Injury Damages | 2016 |
NPBL | Auto accidents and UIM/UM necessity | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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~$50,000 arbitration award (not appealed) from $2,500 pre-litigation offer | ~$50,000 judgment |
Auto accident | Settled $325,000 |
Auto accident | $65,000 settlement |
Auto accident | $215,000 settlement |
Auto/pedestrian accident | $50,000 settlement |
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Armando Nava, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Silkman is an excellent attorney, and he fights relentlessly for his clients. He has helped me work out multiple issues in my practice.
Nicholas Verderame, Litigation Attorney on Aug 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I attended law school with Alex and now get to practice in the same type of law as him. He is as intelligent and as hard working as they come. He's someone I not only refer cases to, but I bounce ideas off of him for my cases as well. I highly recommend him.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Mar 9, 2015
Relationship: Other
A great attorney that always puts the clients needs first. I endorse this lawyer.
Moseley Collins, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Alexander has an excellent reputation in the legal community.
Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Alexander. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Jerome Matthews, Unknown Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Theodor Kaplun, Personal injury Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Silkman is an excellent attorney, I highly endorse his services.
Trent Woods, Personal injury Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Alex is intelligent, affable, and a talented attorney. He is the consummate professional. I recommend Alex.
Sean Cleary, Contracts and agreements Attorney on May 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Bryan Fisher, Family Attorney on May 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A top notch family lawyer who provides excellent advice in this forum. A great choice for any one in need of a family law expert.
Richard Rosenstein, Unknown Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Silkman is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interest of his clients.
Zaheer Shah, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Silkman has shown an extraordinary ability to analyze personal injury cases and fight for his clients. He is a passionate advocate who freely shares his expertise on legal matters with his colleagues and the general public. It is my pleasure to endorse him.
David Hirsch, Unknown Attorney on Apr 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Silkman is a dedicated and skillful attorney who gives thoughtful and insightful guidance in his Avvo answers. He is a valued member of the Avvo community who is generous in sharing his time and expertise by spending considerable time participating on this site. It is my pleasure to endorse him.
Shaye Larkin, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Alexander Silkman. Mr. Silkman is an exemplary attorney who works hard for his clients. He also donates many hours of his time answering legal questions on AVVO for those in need. His responses to questions show a depth of knowledge as well as vast experience and a compassionate nature. I highly recommend him!
Gary Brod, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.Mr. Hamilton is a highly respected and skilled advocate who gets results for his clients.
John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Apr 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Silkman are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos.
Victoria Bellomo, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Apr 17, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Mr. Silkman has a track record of results. His dedication to his clients is admirable. We have worked with Mr. Silkman for years and highly recommend him.
John O'Brien, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Apr 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
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