Atty. Benjamin Silva, Jr.

Atty. Benjamin Silva, Jr.

Mr. Benjamin Silva, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment law, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Silva, Jr. at a glance

Benjamin Silva, Jr. is a Partner based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Silva & Associates. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1980), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Tax Court (1997). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1980) and New Mexico State University (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Barrister, Master Bencher, American Inn of Court LXXXI, 1990-1998. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Benjamin Silva, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment law, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a B.B.A. degree from New Mexico State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Benjamin practices at Silva & Associates in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Silva, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Silva, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Benjamin Silva, Jr. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Benjamin Silva, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Mexico →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Benjamin Silva, Jr. is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in New Mexico →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albuquerque are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Silva, Jr.

Where is Benjamin Silva, Jr.'s law office located?
Benjamin Silva, Jr.'s law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Silva & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Silva, Jr. handle?
Benjamin Silva, Jr. focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Benjamin Silva, Jr. practiced law?
Benjamin Silva, Jr. has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Benjamin Silva, Jr. go to law school?
Benjamin Silva, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Benjamin Silva, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Benjamin Silva, Jr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Benjamin Silva, Jr. received?
Benjamin Silva, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1980
B.B.A.
New Mexico State University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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