Atty. Richard Joseph Silver

Atty. Richard Joseph Silver

Mr. Richard Joseph Silver is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Decatur Decatur 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (470) 317-4008 Book Appointment

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About Richard Joseph Silver at a glance

Richard Joseph Silver is a Dekalb Co. Pub. Defenders Off. based in Decatur, Georgia. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2007). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 2007) and University of Georgia (Business, 2002). Serands clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard Joseph Silver is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Richard received a degree from University of Georgia in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Richard practices in Decatur, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Joseph Silver's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Joseph Silver handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Where is Richard Joseph Silver's law office located?
Richard Joseph Silver's law practice is located in Decatur, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Joseph Silver handle?
Richard Joseph Silver focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Richard Joseph Silver practiced law?
Richard Joseph Silver has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Richard Joseph Silver go to law school?
Richard Joseph Silver earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (Business, 2002).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 2007
Business
University of Georgia
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2007

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