Atty. Edward T. de Silva

Atty. Edward T. de Silva

Edward T. de Silva is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, business and commercial litigation, corporate. Edward received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Needham Needham 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (781) 755-6508 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Edward T. de Silva at a glance

Edward T. de Silva is a Harborside Fin. Ctr. based in Needham, Massachusetts. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1991), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1991), New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1992). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1991) and Fordham University (B.S., 1981). Serands clients in Needham, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Edward T. de Silva is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, business and commercial litigation, corporate
  • Edward received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Edward practices in Needham, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Edward T. de Silva's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Edward T. de Silva is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Edward T. de Silva is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Edward T. de Silva is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Needham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Massachusetts attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Needham or all attorneys in Massachusetts.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward T. de Silva

Where is Edward T. de Silva's law office located?
Edward T. de Silva's law practice is located in Needham, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward T. de Silva handle?
Edward T. de Silva focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Edward T. de Silva practiced law?
Edward T. de Silva has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Edward T. de Silva go to law school?
Edward T. de Silva earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Edward T. de Silva for a consultation?
You can contact Edward T. de Silva 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.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1991
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.