Atty. Ira Silverstein
Ira Silverstein is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, employee benefits and executive compensation and 3 other areas of law. Ira received a M.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Ira Silverstein at a Glance
Ira Silverstein is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at The Silverstein Firm, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, class action, employment contracts, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. S (1973), New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Seventh and Tenth Circuits (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2006). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of California, Berkeley (M.A. Yale, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ira Silverstein
- Ira Silverstein is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, employee benefits and executive compensation and 3 other areas of law
- Ira received a M.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Ira practices at The Silverstein Firm, LLC in Philadelphia, PA
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Ira Silverstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ira Silverstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Philadelphia
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Employment Contracts in Philadelphia
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
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Insurance Law in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Ira Silverstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ira Silverstein's practice in the field of business, class action, employment contracts, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ira Silverstein brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. S, New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Seventh and Tenth Circuits, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Ira Silverstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and employment contracts, Ira Silverstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Ira Silverstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ira Silverstein Handles in Philadelphia
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