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James E. Silverstein
Choosing Your Defense Lawyer:

Why Value Matters More Than the Price Tag

It’s natural to compare fees when you’re facing a criminal charge, but the lowest quote isn’t always the best deal. At some larger defense firms, the attorney who quotes your fee and the attorney who actually shows up in court are two different people. You may meet with a senior lawyer during your consultation, then find your case handed off to an associate you’ve never spoken with, juggling a heavy caseload of their own.

At the Law Offices of James E. Silverstein, there is no hand-off. When you hire this firm, James personally reviews your case, personally builds your defense strategy, and personally represents you in court. He is your attorney from your first conversation through your final court date.

Before choosing an attorney based on price alone, it’s worth asking a few questions:

  • Who will actually appear with me in court — the attorney I’m speaking with now, or someone else at the firm?
  • How many other cases is that attorney currently handling?
  • Will I be able to reach my attorney directly, or only through a paralegal or case manager?
  • Is the fee a flat rate, or will costs increase as the case progresses?

Every case is different, and no attorney, regardless of fee, can promise a specific outcome. But what you can control is who is in your corner. If direct access to an experienced criminal defense attorney matters to you as much as the result does, it’s worth factoring that into the decision, not just the number on the invoice.

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Why Choose The Law Offices of James E. Silverstein?

We built this firm to be different — not the biggest, but the most direct. When you call, you speak with James E. Silverstein. When your case is in court, he is the one standing next to you. There is no junior associate handling the parts that matter.

Experience and Academic Excellence

That directness is backed by substance. Before he ever defended a client, James trained as a certified law clerk in the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Bureau of Fraud and Corruption, giving him a prosecutor’s view of how these cases are actually built. He graduated cum laude and at the top of his class from Glendale University College of Law, and his student note on civil sanctions and attorney’s fees was published in the Glendale Law Review.

A Commitment to Discretion

We are also built around discretion, not just as a promise, but as a practice. For nearly a decade, James shared an office with the late Peter Knecht, who represented some of Hollywood’s most recognizable names for over 50 years without ever compromising a client’s privacy. That is the standard this firm holds itself to for every client, whether or not the matter ever becomes public.

Personalized and Professional Representation

Big enough to take on serious felony matters in state and federal court, small enough that you are never a file number. From a first traffic matter to the most serious charges, your case gets James’s direct attention, from the first phone call to the last day in court.

If you are facing a criminal charge and discretion matters to you as much as the outcome, contact us today for a confidential consultation.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Nothing on this page should be construed as legal advice or as creating an attorney-client relationship.

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3 reasons You Should Have An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer

There are 3 things the Government & State can do to punish you, take away your property, take away your freedom and take away your life. The Law Offices of James E. Silverstein is a full-service criminal defense firm representing clients throughout the Los Angeles, CA area. Our team is experienced in guiding our clients through serious criminal cases of all types, from misdemeanor drug offenses to felony murder charges. Whatever charges your criminal case entails, we will guide you through each phase of the case, providing client-focused defense counsel you can trust.

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