Michelle Laurin Silva

Michelle Laurin Silva

also known as Pacific Coast Criminal Defense

4.6
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oceanside, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

603 Seagaze Dr. #182, Oceanside, CA

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pacific Coast Criminal Defense

603 Seagaze Dr. #182, Oceanside, CA, 92054

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Michelle Laurin Silva's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by AW Travis Harris | January 26, 2024

Make the Call - Attorney Michelle Silva

Attorney Michelle Silva is undoubtedly the best legal professional to seek assistance from. Even if you are unsure of the specific attorney you need, she is a great resource to get in touch with. She will do everything in her power to help you or recommend someone of exceptional ability to meet your ...legal needs. I cannot express my gratitude enough to Attorney Silva for her invaluable help in my time of dire need. Despite the numerous obstacles and my last-minute request, she went above and beyond to ensure that I was protected and cleared of injustice. I strongly advise you to contact Attorney Silva without any hesitation. She will be your guiding light through both good and bad times. Attorney Silva, thank you once again for what you did for me. I am forever grateful. AWTH

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2023

Expert Attorney - Michelle is the Best

Michelle is amazing in her approach to my legal matter. She graciously went above and beyond to explain the process to me. From my first contact with her, Michelle directly explained how she would handle my case. She answered questions, going out of her way to ensure I knew I would be taken care of a...s her client. Michelle is very knowledgeable and personable. Her interest in helping me is truly commendable. When I called back with more questions, she took the time to help me understand. The fact that she cares ties into her stellar reviews. Michelle ensures the client’s best interest with her first-hand knowledge of the legal process. She presents options for the best possible outcome. Michelle tapped into her vast legal knowledge to help explain my legal options in a personable, professional manner. I highly recommend consulting Michelle first and foremost due to her expertise, her ability to represent, her experience, and her willingness to help explain the process. She leveled with me. Michelle was supportive, responsive, and made herself available with further questions. I received information from her quickly, including an email with all the information needed to retain her. I cannot thank Michelle enough for her caring support during what could have been a more stressful time without her help. Please don’t hesitate to call Michelle.

Posted by Jose | November 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

DUI Case

Michelle and Team took care of all the legal matters and also helped me with DMV matters. She communicated with me throughout the entire process. She set expectations on next steps for both court and DMV, and provided guidance on each step. No court appearance was needed since she was able to attend ...on my behalf. Thank you Michelle and Team!

Posted by Scott | October 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very Exceptional Legal Representation from Michelle Silva

Michelle Silva, as my defense lawyer, and I can't express enough how impressed I was with her services and profeshinalism. Michelle was not just a lawyer; she was a dedicated advocate who cares about her clients and their well-being. From the moment I met Michelle, she exhibited a level of profes...sionalism and expertise that heled put me at ease during a very challenging time in my life. Her extensive knowledge of the law and her ability to navigate the legal system was most impressive. What set Michelle apart was her unwavering commitment to her clients. She approached my case with dedication in her pursuit of justice. Her strategic thinking, and tireless work ethic were evident throughout the entire process. Beyond her legal prowess, Michelle was an empathetic and compassionate individual. She showed genuine concern for my well-being, providing emotional support and reassurance during what was undoubtedly a stressful time. Her ability to balance her legal expertise with her compassion for her clients was truly commendable. Thanks to Michelle's exceptional legal representation, my case had a positive outcome that exceeded my expectations. I am incredibly grateful for her dedication, hard work, and expertise. I would wholeheartedly recommend Michelle Silva to anyone in need of a defense lawyer. She was not only a skilled legal professional but also a caring and compassionate advocate who went above and beyond for her clients. Michelle Silva was, without a doubt, one of the best defense lawyers out there. Thank you Michelle

Posted by Marissa | October 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended!

Michelle is AMAZING! She is kind, communicative, went above & beyond to make sure my needs were met while she was working on my case. I would HIGHLY recommend using Pacific Coast Criminal Defense.

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Michelle Laurin Silva's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nate Crowley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle knows everything about criminal defense, treats her clients very well, and gets great results!"

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Kristen Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle Silva is my go-to referral for criminal defense matters in Southern California. She is very professional, experienced, and provides individualized attention to each of her clients. I highly recommend Michelle and Pacific Coast Criminal Defense for all criminal defense matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Founder & Criminal Defense Attorney, Pacific Coast Criminal Defense

2022 - 2022

Managing Attorney, The Kavinoky Law Firm

2021 - 2022

Senior Criminal Defense Attorney, The Matian Firm

2016 - 2021

Associate Attorney, Ridley Defense

2016 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Christopher Marten

2014 - 2014

Post-Bar Legal Intern, Superior Court of California, Santa Barbara

2013 - 2014

Certified Legal Intern, San Diego County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2023 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Domestic Violence

Case Dismissed

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Education

2014

Univ of San Diego SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Univ of California San Diego

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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