Atty. Joshua David Silverman
Josh Silverman founded the Silverman Law Firm in January 2013. He was previously a partner at Williamson Petty LC (previously called Williamson & Lavecchia, LC).
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About Joshua David Silverman at a glance
Joshua David Silverman is a Principal based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Silverman Law Firm, LC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1999), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1999). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1998) and American University (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Governors) The American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Josh Silverman founded the Silverman Law Firm in January 2013
- He was previously a partner at Williamson Petty LC (previously called Williamson & Lavecchia, LC)
- Being a solo practitioner gives Josh the flexibility to carefully select his cases and to give each client individualized attention through all aspects of the case from the initial interview through trial
- Josh focuses his practice on complex civil litigation including nursing home abuse and neglect, medical malpractice, products liability, automobile and trucking accidents, and personal injury law
- Josh is a member of the American Association for Justice's Nursing Home Litigation Group
- He serves on the Board of Governor's for the Virginia Trial Lawyer's Association and he is apast President of the Long Term Care Litigation Section
- Josh is a former editor of The Journal which is published by the Virginia Trial Lawyer's Association and he has published several articles in The Journal
- Josh is an "AV" rated lawyer which is the highest peer review rating awarded by the Martindale-Hubbell attorney listing service
- An "AV" rating identifies a lawyer with very high to preeminent legal ability and very high ethical standards as established by confidential opinions from other lawyers and judges
- Additionally, Josh is recognized in Virginia Super Lawyers
- Contributing to the community is an important part of his practice
- Josh regularly volunteers his time at the Virginia Legal Aid Society and provides pro-bono representation as needed for the Legal Information Network for Cancer
- Josh has lectured to thousands of Richmond, Virginia high school students regarding the legal consequences of drunk driving
- Additionally, Silverman Law Firm sponsors community events such as Climb to Conquer Cancer which supports the Massey Cancer Center and the Heart of Virginia Bike Festival which supports the Brain Injury Association of Virginia and Bikes for Kids
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Joshua David Silverman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →
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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.
Joshua David Silverman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
Joshua David Silverman is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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