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Michael J. Silveira

Michael J. Silveira

 
  • DUI & DWI, Criminal Law
  • California
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Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
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Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
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Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
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Ethics and Professionalism
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Brendan Barrett
Brendan Barrett June 5, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not. He's one of the best around and I routinely refer clients his way. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I’ve referred cases to Mike for years. He’s responsive, thorough, and actually follows up, which shouldn’t be rare—but is. He keeps things simple for clients and knows how to de-escalate before things blow up. Solid guy to have on your side.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

I’ve referred cases to Mike for years. He’s responsive, thorough, and actually follows up, which shouldn’t be rare—but is. He keeps things simple for clients and knows how to de-escalate before things blow up. Solid guy to have on your side.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

I’ve referred cases to Mike for years. He’s responsive, thorough, and actually follows up, which shouldn’t be rare—but is. He keeps things simple for clients and knows how to de-escalate before things blow up. Solid guy to have on your side.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not.

Communication Skills: Excellent

It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

It's a small community. We all know each other and who's good and who's not.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
DUI, Criminal, Traffic
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
  • Other
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Ghazal Sharif
Ghazal Sharif November 10, 2019
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
If you’re looking for a trusted and experienced criminal defense, Michael is one of the best around. He is smart, talented and a force to be reckoned with in court. He is known as a master negotiator, outstanding writer and persuasive advocate for all of his clients. He is well liked and respected by Judges, prosecutors, the defense panel and his clients, all alike. Most importantly, he is honest, kind and patient. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I worked as a contract employee for his firm.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

I worked for Michael as a contract attorney.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2019
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He is a smart, experienced and knowledgeable DUI and defense lawyer.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

He graduated from a well–established law school and regularly attends CLEs.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He is smart, knowledgeable and determined to know and apply the law.

Communication Skills: Excellent

He communicates clearly so Judges, prosecutors and clients understand what he is asking or advocating.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

He is ethical, professional, honest and trustworthy criminal defense lawyer.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Negotiation
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
If you’re looking for a trusted and experienced criminal defense, Michael is one of the best around. He is smart, talented and a force to be reckoned with in court. He is known as a master negotiator, outstanding writer and persuasive advocate for all of his clients. He is well liked and respected by Judges, prosecutors, the defense panel and his clients, all alike. Most importantly, he is honest, kind and patient.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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