Elliot Silver

Elliot Silver

also known as SILVER LAW FIRM

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

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

2100 Embarcadero, Suite 204, Oakland, CA

About Elliot

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Represent criminally accused people charged with criminal traffic offenses, misdemeanors and felonies at all stages of proceedings from investigation, arrest and indictment through trial and sentencing.

31 years | 10,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

SILVER LAW FIRM

2100 Embarcadero, Suite 204, Oakland, CA, 94606

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Elliot Silver's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 13 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Ramesh | January 18, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Very responsive and generous with his time

Elliot handled my DUI case like a pro! I was freaking out about the unknowns and a possible jail term and when I called him for the first time (on a Saturday) he set up a time for us to meet on Sunday just to calm me down :) He was very clear and straight forward about what’s probable & most likel...y and what’s not possible. His professionalism gave me confidence and his friendly nature made me feel comfortable and be able to move on with my life feeling that Elliot will take care of this case. I had to move to a different place half way through the case and he kept me in the loop when ever there was an update, no matter how minor, and was always available to answer my questions, both over the phone, via email and many time over text messaging at odd times. Highly recommended. Just have a chat with him, you’ll know.

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Teenage Trouble

Our teenage son got into some trouble with drugs and alcohol. Worried he would be looking at jail time and a felony on his record we sought out the help of an attorney. Elliot has been phenomenal. He has been there for us all along the way. He was able to get one charge dismissed and diversion on... the second charge. He was in constant contact with us and directly with our son. We cannot say enough about how great he is. We would highly recommend him.

Posted by nodisplay | March 06, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Attorney Silver Saved My Life-Highly Recommanded

Attorney Elliot Silver did an outstanding job helping me 2 charges. Needless to say, my family and I were devastated and worried sick about what to do and how to do it. But Attorney Silver calmed us down by rapidly accessing the situations. He patiently explained the lengthy court processes and r...apidly brought each to a swift conclusion with better than expected results. He spent two hours with my family during his precious Friday family dinner time. He went beyond the call of duty by taking a sincere interest in his immediate and long term well being. He is a dedicated professional who serve me and my family as client’s counselor which goes much beyond his working territory. He advocated us with courage, devotion and integrity. He guided me about family value. His humanity and dedicated of different cultural understanding filled our family with love and unity. He even voluntarily calls my family member to communicate. He was always In-Touch while first making himself available on a Saturday Night and continuing with pertinent updates as each case progressed. He had contacted me lots of time to let me know the progress of the case. He responds my email during Saturday and Sunday which surprise me a lot first. He had tried all his best and he had never promised anything before he gave me an astonished call and telling the case is dismissed. When I heard the word “Dismissed”, I burst in cry immediately. And realize that how great his ability to negotiate with district attorney judge and how hard he had tried and how sincere he had spent his weekend time to help me. Without all of his sincere heart, no lawyer could do this beyond so far. He SAVED MY LIFE not only because of the case is dismissed but because he did a “wake up call” to let me to realize how much home works I should commit to correct my behavior in order to bring my family to the normal track. Knowing the criminal laws fields, he maneuvered our hurdles and brought home the magic surprise result that we had never expected! With his help, all is well now and I recommend him mighty. Attorney Silver is the BEST lawyer in the San Francisco Bay Area!

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Elliot Silver's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Lamiero

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot Silver is top-flight. He knows the law, knows his way around the courtroom, works tirelessly for his clients, and delivers serious results. He has a wealth of experience and is a lawyer of the highest character. I couldn't recommend him more strongly."

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Adam Gasner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elliot is very experienced and hard working. He knows the ins and outs of the courtroom and he is calm, cool and collected. I recommend him to anyone looking for criminal defense work in the San Francisco Bay Area."

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Thomas Daly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot is a great lawyer! I have seen him in court over and over again. He knows exactly what to do in order to get the best outcome for his client and isn't afraid of the fight to get that outcome."

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Seth Morris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot is a true advocate in every sense of the world. He is a fighter and doesn't back down in the face of government overreach. Anyone would be lucky to have him by their side."

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Jeffrey Kaloustian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Silver is a passionate and devoted advocate for his clients, and is 100% professional, prepared and on top of his game in court. Elliot is the real deal: a lawyer with the potent mix of skill and tenacity that gets results. I wholeheartedly endorse Elliot!"

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Jo-Anna Nieves

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot is a hard working attorney and an overall great guy to have in your corner. He is insightful, thoughtful, and skilled - an excellent combination for an advocate. I regularly recommend him to others. I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Spivack

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from many years of experience, contributions and reviews that Mr. Silver is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent."

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Jared Winter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot is a great lawyer and a great guy too. I highly recommend him."

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David Haenel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I was introduced to Elliot from a lawyer in my office. Over the years I have come to know Elliot and even traveled to watch him trial a big felony case in Haywood. He was extremely prepared for the case, having spent weeks getting it ready for trial. Aside from his English accent, Elliot did a great job with the case especially with the hand of cards he was dealt. I would recommend Elliot to you without hesitation because he will leave no stone unturned."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Elliot. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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David Reagan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elliot is what you call a heavy hitter, meaning that he takes on serious cases and gets serious results. I don't have any hesitation referring him all kinds of criminal defense matters."

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Renato Manay

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Ten Best Attorneys - Exceptional & Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2021

10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Ten Best Attorneys - Exceptional & Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

1993

Mock Trial Finalist, University of Miami School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Boss, Silver Law Firm

2007 - 2011

Contract Attorney, Law Offices of Julie Allison

2004 - 2008

Specially Appointed Public Defender, State of Florida

1999 - 2017

Criminal Defense Attorney, Elliot Silver, Esq.

1994 - 1999

Assistant Public Defender, Law Offices Of The Public Defender, Miami, Florida

Associations

2018 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2018 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2018 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Member

2018 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2018 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2018 - Present

National Lawyers Guild (Bay Area chapter)

Member

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. MW

NOT GUILTY!!

People v. RS

NOT GUILTY

People v. Paisano

3 counts attempted homicide dismissed at preliminary hearing

People v RW

Case Dismissed

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Education

2011

College of Marin

A.A.

1994

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Miami

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2008

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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