Silva Laura Megerditchian

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Silva Laura Megerditchian

also known as SLM Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Juvenile law Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Juvenile, Sex Crime, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

9171 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 500, Beverly Hills, CA

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About Silva

Biography

You Are Not Alone. We will guide you, and fight relentlessly for your case. Call today for a free consult.

You Are Not Alone. We will guide you, and fight relentlessly for your freedom. Free consult.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Juvenile Law 30%

Juvenile law is built on the theory that minors will inevitably make errors and should therefore not be penalized at the same levels as adults. However, the reality of these offenses is not so simple.

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

SLM Law, APC is a criminal defense law firm serving Los Angeles from our offices in Woodland Hills and Beverly Hills. We have served all courts throughout Southern California for over a decade.

19 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Being arrested for a sex crime can be one of the scariest times in ones’ life. Life-time sex-offender registration can be a punishment for both adults and children accused of a sex crime. Free consult, call now.

19 years

20%
Violent Crime 15%

Being accused of a violent crime is scary and stressful. Many violent crimes can be charged as a strike offense—which means if you are convicted of three strikes, you could face 25 years to life In prison. Free consultation. Call today.

19 years

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

Domestic violence charges are serious matters in California. If you have been accused of domestic violence, you face severe jail or prison time and expensive fines. Get your free consultation today.

19 years

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

The first arrest, assuming no injuries, is usually charged as a misdemeanor offense. It usually costs about $2,000 in penalties/fines carry a maximum of 6 months in county jail, and several months of your license being suspended. Call me for help

19 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

SLM Law

9171 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 500, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210

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SLM Law

6303 Owensmouth Ave.,, 10th floor., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

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Silva Laura Megerditchian's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

85 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jose | March 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal Defense in the greater Los Angeles area.

I have known Silva for a few years now, and when I tell you that she is the BEST criminal attorney in the greater Los Angeles area, I am not bluffing. When I got arrested with my first DUI, I knew I would be in the best hands once I would let Silva take over my case. She made me feel so comfortable a...nd in complete ease, I could not thank her enough. Any questions or doubts I had she was always available and ready to answer them for me. Thank you thank you thank you Silva, I would send ANYBODY that needs legal representation straight to and ONLY YOU.

Posted by L.D. | August 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Experienced Professional Attorney!!! Lifesaver!!!

I was charged with a false police report and a hit and run in Pasadena. I thought my life and career was over until Silva Megerditchian came highly recommended to me by an attorney friend who works for the L.A. Public Defenders Office. Silva Megerditchian was able to get both charges dismissed. When ...I met and spoke to her I knew I hired the right attorney for my charges. She is the attorney you want with you in the court room and truly a blessing. Silva is smart, confident, compassionate, and a great counselor!!!! She walked and guided me through the legal process....before I hired her I was destroyed mentally and physically, I was going crazy... Silva treated me like family....She will fight and defend you....Silva is worth every dollar and you would be lucky to have her as your attorney!!!

Posted by Joe | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

God Sent

Where to begin… I don’t think there’s a word that would describe such an incredible human being. This will be my attempt at doing so. So, the s**t recently hit the fan and during these dark moments Silva was the sunray my family was in dire need of. One of my family members (We’ll refer to him as Jo...hn) was wrapped up in a very undesirable situation where John was facing a serious felony charge and potentially a lengthy jail stint. I was sent to Silva as a referral from an old co-worker of mine who was over the moon with her. She said Silva had previously represented her in a separate criminal proceeding with a favorable outcome and so she shared her contact info and off to the races went. I first met with Silva over the phone and she immediately put me at ease and was able to reduce my anxiety by at least 1,000%. I explained the situation to her, and she whole heartedly listened. Silva was extremely empathic of the situation and gave me hope which almost felt like certainty. At this point, my confidence for her grew exponentially as I knew my family member was in great hands. Since this issue was very time sensitive and John was “in-custody” during my consultation with Silva, she immediately got on the phone, pulled some strings and set up a visit with John the following morning. Obviously, when you hire an attorney to represent you or anyone else you must retain them. This has a financial responsibility which can become VERY expensive and some attorneys will not even talk with you beyond the initial consultation without a retainer. Since I had forgotten my wallet and was very far from home, I could not pay Silva on this particular day which is very irresponsible on my end and completely a fault of my own. Silva did not flinch and said, “hey don’t worry about it I know you’re stressed out” and allowed me to provide payment the following day. Silva selflessly drove from the Westside to Downtown Los Angeles in an effort to bail John out custody pending his court hearing. Since John had a probation “hold” due to his arrest, this meant John would have to automatically serve a 10-day jail sentence due to his probation status. This obviously made the process very challenging for Silva, however, she was successful at lifting the probation hold and even bailing him out. I cannot tell you how much this saved our family and John from further headaches, financial burdens and emotional torment. Silva is a GOD sent. Without getting into details about the case, she was able to obtain positive results for John. Silva Megerditchian showcased immense moral and ethical character and we were all privileged to see how enormous this woman’s heart really is. She really had a special relationship with John and I during this entire process and I am so thankful I found her. Do not waste your time looking elsewhere especially since criminal proceedings are very time sensitive. I guarantee you; YOU will not be disappointed. RUN and HIRE this woman NOW! I almost forgot, not only did Silva talk with me during office hours, after hours and even weekends, Silva called me personally and gave me every single update and quite frankly she just called to see how I was personally doing. Who does that??? At least no lawyer I’ve ever met. If you read this Silva, may God Bless you.

Posted by Ed | December 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

exceptional Attorney

For the past 20 years, I devoted a lifetime of service not only to the military but also to law enforcement. After being honorably discharged from the US Marine Corps, I immediately entered the law enforcement ranks and quickly promoted. However, after many years on the job witnessing horrible atroci...ties and a constant toxic work environment these experiences led me down a path of severe depression and self-medicating. To make matters worse, a female who I considered a friend made allegations of unlawful sexual intercourse against me. My world immediately changed. I was expeditiously arrested and incarcerated. Despite having directly dealt with the criminal system as a law enforcement officer for many years, experiencing the system as a defendant was a new and shocking experience for me. I was blessed to have found an exceptionally skillful and competent attorney, Silva L. Megerditchian, who provided me with the finest legal representation. My case obtained unnecessary attention from the media due to my law enforcement affiliation. Enduring this process was dreadful, yet Silva remained by my side constantly updating me on the next steps and leading me through the difficulties of my case. Silva kept me away from ever having to step inside a courtroom. Just as important, she dealt and kept the media away who wanted to twist the facts of my case and continue to paint me with an evil brush, despite my innocence. Having dealt this case was complete hell. However, I can honestly say Silva is the type of person who personalized my case and owned it as if she was fighting for one of her personal friends. That’s how good of an attorney she is. She managed to get me through the most horrific time of my life and she provided me with encouragement to move forward. She does unbelievable work. Here’s the bottom line, Silva has years of working experience as a defense attorney for the Los Angeles Public Defender’s office. As a former police officer, I will tell you first hand you want someone like her on your side. She truly understands the complexities of a legal case but just as importantly she also understands how to maneuver through nuances of the court's bureaucracy. This only means whatever issue you may be facing she will fight for you and be honest with you about your legal situation. She has my recommendation many times over. Ed G.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Beyond a Lawyer

Silva was an angel sent from above during the direst times. She is beyond being just a super lawyer. She’s a caring, thoughtful, friendly attorney (almost sounds like an oxymoron) and puts you at ease with her vibrant character. I was referred to her by a friend and her reviews did more justice. Wh...en you have to deal with the law concerning a minor, your entire world shatters and then there’s Silva, who comes to the rescue! She actually drove from Woodland Hills to Eastlake juvenile hall to visit, talk to the minor, council him and put both the minor and parents at ease the same day she co silted with us. It was the nicest surprise especially coming from a lawyer. She never overpromised but every time overdelivered! Silva is like a firecracker - she’s the type of attorney who will light up the courtroom with her vibrant, positive, friendly attitude. Everyone seems to know and respect her and she simply gets things done. Always expect a prompt response from her either via texts or calls. She’s amazing, takes her time with clients and takes care of business. Her fees are far more reasonable than any some other lawyers we had consulted with.

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Silva Laura Megerditchian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anousheh Akhavan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Silva is a very knowledgeable, compassionate, and skilled lawyer. She is well respected by lawyers and judges throughout the legal community."

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Jonathan Howell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Silva is my go to person for criminal defense. I have referred people to her and they are always happy that I did. One person was worried about losing his job after he was charged with pulling out a knife in a fight over a parking space. Not only is she very knowledgeable, she is compassionate and very skilled. She is also great with kids who get in trouble with the law. I would trust her with my family. She has lots of experience and is a skilled trial lawyer."

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Bart Seemen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ruzanna Poghosyan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I’ve known Silva for years and have the utmost respect for her skills as a criminal defense attorney. She is a very experienced, kind, caring, and fierce advocate for her clients. I’d recommend Silva wholeheartedly and without reservation."

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Jana Triska

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Friend

"I have referred Silva to several clients, who have come back to thank me for how hard Silva works and cares about their case."

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Ty Anis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Silva when I was a prosecutor. Silva truly cares about her clients and will go the extra mile that many attorneys will not. She is able to strongly advocate for the clients while still maintaining the respect of judges and fellow attorneys. I endorse her without reservation."

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Alexandra Kazarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Years ago, while working alongside Silva at the Public Defender's Office, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand what a caring and hard working advocate she is. Any client who is fortunate enough to have Ms. Megerditchian on their team is in great hands."

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Acer Chiang

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Silva is a saint and will go the distance for her her clients. She is a warrior in court and a super well rounded lawyer. I would hire her as my lawyer if I ever needed one. That's how much I trust her."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Newell

Juvenile law lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Okorocha

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Silva Megerditchian is very experienced in criminal defense and fights hard for her clients, and I gladly endorse her."

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Keith Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly! Silva has years of criminal defense experience behind her as a public defender. She is really good at connecting with each client and understanding their individual concerns in the way that only a solo practitioner can. If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney, do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with Silva."

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David Dastrup

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Pat Carey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Silva is a fantastic attorney. When I was a District Attorney I observed her own the courtroom and deal with her cases professionally and effectively. She gets along well with her peers and most importantly gets results for her clients. She has handled every situation in the book. You cannot go wrong with Silva as your attorney."

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Raffi Ohanian

Unknown lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Silva both professionally and personally for well over a decade, I strongly endorse and recommend her for your legal needs. Her passion and deep dedication to her clients is unparalleled!"

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Michael Kraut

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Silva for over 7 years. She is passionate about her job and her clients. Her reputation in the legal community is top notch."

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Jayan Hong

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I confidently endorse this lawyer. Silva is an extremely intelligent , honest, and passionate person. These are qualities which translate to an excellent defense attorney. In addition, Silva is a fierce advocate who will fight for you and never back down."

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Kratu Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Silva's vast experience speaks for itself. It's her warmth and compassion that sets her apart from other lawyers out there. She will never talk over or below you. Her rare amount of empathy and vast skill make her an excellent choice!"

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Arezou Bakhtjou

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Silva is my go to lawyer for brainstorming a case, specially Juvenile cases. She is generous with her knowledge and is a passionate lawyer and a zealous advocate. She wholeheartedly fights for the rights of her clients."

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Heena Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Mergerditchian is an excellent criminal defense attorney. Whether it's a juvenile, misdemeanor or felony case, Ms. Megerditchian will passionately defended her client's rights and any client would be lucky to have her as their attorney."

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Ty Anis

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Acer Chiang

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James Newell

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David Dastrup

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Pat Carey

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Raffi Ohanian

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Jayan Hong

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

10 Year Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Certificate of Recognition - Los Padrinos Juvenile Court, State Of California Senate

2014

Recognition-Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, California State Assembly

2006

Oralist, Southwestern University of Law

2006

Moot Court Honors Program, Southwestern Law School

2005

Certificate of International Legal Studies, University of London

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner / Attorney, SLM Law

2008 - 2015

Attorney, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office

2007 - 2008

Senior Law Clerk, Public Integrity Unit, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

2006 - 2006

Certified Law Clerk, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

1995 - 2003

Producer, Clear Channel Entertainment/Premiere Radio Networks

Associations

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney

2015 - 2017

Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Member

2015 - 2016

National Association of Professional Women

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Francis

Case Dismissed

People v. Minor

DISMISSED

PEOPLE V. MINOR

DISMISSED

PEOPLE V. MR. G

NOT GUILTY

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Education

2007

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

California State University, Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

ICDA

The Beginners Guide To Juvenile Defense

2014

Southwestern Law School Alumni Association

“Off the Record with Criminal Defense Attorneys and Prosecutors in a Government Setting”

2014

Keeping it Real

What to do when you are in trouble with the law

Publications

Languages

English

Armenian

Spanish

Activity

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