Atty. Patrick John Silva
Patrick John Silva is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, family law and 2 other areas of law. Patrick has been licensed for 25 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving San Bernardino, CA · 25+ Years Experience
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About Patrick John Silva at a Glance
Patrick John Silva is a Member based in San Bernardino, California, practicing at Nakada And Silva. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, nursing home, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (2001) and U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California (2001). Educated at Western State University College of Law (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in San Bernardino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick John Silva
- Patrick John Silva is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick has been licensed for 25 years
- Patrick practices at Nakada & Silva in San Bernardino, CA
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Patrick John Silva's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick John Silva handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Bernardino.
DUI / DWI Defense in San Bernardino
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Criminal Defense in San Bernardino
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Family Law in San Bernardino
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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in San Bernardino
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Elder Law in San Bernardino
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Bernardino
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Bernardino are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Bernardino Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Bernardino-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 San Bernardino Choose Patrick John Silva
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 Patrick John Silva's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, nursing home, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick John Silva brings 25+ 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 California and U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California, Patrick John Silva can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law, Patrick John Silva can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Bernardino
A San Bernardino-based practice means Patrick John Silva attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick John Silva Handles in San Bernardino
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