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Licensed in California for 36 years
State: California
Acquired: 1989
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The Law Office of Elisabeth Silva and the Leslie Legal Group
316 S. Melrose Dr., Suite 203, Vista, CA, 92081
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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2022
Honest, Professional, and kind!
Honest, professional, and kind! Ms. Silva he helped me to clearly understand my situation and the steps I need to take to protect myself. I would hire her in a minute if she was in my district!
Elisabeth Silva
Replied last February 24, 2022Thank you so much!
Posted by Daniel Parker | December 25, 2017
Great Consultation and Reply
As far as I am concerned she is my attorney from now on. Enough said. I am typing more because this web site refuses to let me say what I want and says I need at least 75 characters.
Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2017 | Criminal Defense
violation of probation
She gave me really great information. It should be very helpful for my son's defense.
Elisabeth Silva
Replied last July 09, 2017Thank you so much!
Elisabeth Silva's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She is consistent and knowledgable in her responses on AVVO and, obviously, cares about the community."
"The answers I have seen by Elisabeth Silva on this site show that she is not only a very knowledgeable lawyer, but also one who cares for her clients."
"Elisabeth is a compassionate, smart advocate, widely respected not only for her skills as a lawyer but for her qualities as a human being."
"Elisabeth unquestionably has the experience to get things done and obtain the best result for her clients. If I had a close friend or family member in need of a criminal defense attorney anywhere in San Diego County, she would get the case. She sees all of the forest and all of the trees all the time,"
"I genuinely and enthusiastically endorse this attorney. I have known Ms. Silva for ten years. She was a highly experienced, qualified, and compassionate prosecutor. She knows what a case is worth and will always be willing to fight passionately for her clients. Ms. Silva is a tremendous asset to the San Diego criminal defense community."
"Elisabeth Silva is an outstanding attorney. She is a seasoned and experienced prosecutor that will assist her in private practice. She is highly professional, highly competent, and demonstrates vigor for the position she holds. I highly endorse this attorney."
"Lisa is one of the most experienced criminal litigators in the County of San Diego. She was my supervisor at the San Diego District Attorney's Office seven years ago and was always a source of knowledge and common sense when it came to criminal litigation. I am the attorney I am today because of her. If I was charged with a crime, she is who I would call first."
"Ms. Silva has been a pillar of our legal community for decades. Having worked with her for around twenty years, I can, without hesitation, vouch for her knowledge, preparedness, integrity and commitment. I strongly recommend her for any legal endeavor."
"Lisa is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. She cares about her clients and getting solid results."
"For years, Elisabeth represented the best qualities of District Attorney’s office, a Deputy District Attorney that was extremely competent and true to her word. Now that she is in private practice, I have used her as an expert witness in criminal law procedure and trust her opinion highly. Mark Chambers"
"I have known Ms. Silva for over 25 years and know her to be an honorable, skilled, and dedicated attorney."
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Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of D. Elisabeth Silva
2015 - Present
Hearing Officer, San Diego County Agriculture Weights and Measures
2015 - Present
Hearing Officer, California Department of Pesticide Regulation
1989 - 2015
Deputy District Attorney, San Diego County District Attorney
Associations
2016 - Present
San Diego County Ag in the ClassroomBoard Member
2015 - Present
California Women LawyersMember
2012 - Present
San Diego North County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
California Agriculture Leadership FoundationAlumni Counsel Board - Region 10
2000 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Education
1988
University of San Diego School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are california laws on search of property for probation or parole?
27 May 2022
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How can I get my fiancé out of jail asap even though he was finally sentenced (it took over 2 months before he had a court date)
27 May 2022
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Can I change my successor trustees to my 2 beneficiaries having equal share on my living trust?
11 May 2022