Atty. Michael Gregory Silver
Michael Gregory Silver is a lawyer practicing entertainment law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Entertainment Law Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Michael Gregory Silver at a Glance
Michael Gregory Silver is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Cohen & Silver, LLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1993). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1992) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1985). Active member of Philadelphia Bar Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Gregory Silver
- Michael Gregory Silver is a lawyer practicing entertainment law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Michael practices at Cohen & Silver, LLC in Philadelphia, PA
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Michael Gregory Silver's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Gregory Silver handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Entertainment & Sports Law in Philadelphia
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 Michael Gregory Silver
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 Michael Gregory Silver's practice in the field of entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Gregory Silver brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Entertainment Practice
Concentrating on entertainment means Michael Gregory Silver's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Michael Gregory Silver 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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