Atty. David R. Silva

Atty. David R. Silva

Mr. David R.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About David R. Silva at a glance

David R. Silva is a wills, dui/dwi, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Las Vegas, New Mexico. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1997). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1997) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Las Vegas, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David R. Silva is a lawyer practicing children law, criminal, dwi law and 8 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices in Las Vegas, NM

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Silva's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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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 Las Vegas 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 David R. Silva

Where is David R. Silva's law office located?
David R. Silva's law practice is located in Las Vegas, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R. Silva handle?
David R. Silva focuses on wills, dui/dwi, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has David R. Silva practiced law?
David R. Silva has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David R. Silva go to law school?
David R. Silva earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact David R. Silva for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1997
B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1997

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