Atty. Robert A. Silverman
Robert A. Silverman joined the firm’s Philadelphia office in March 2009 as a member in the Business Law Department.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA
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About Robert A. Silverman at a Glance
Robert A. Silverman is a real estate attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Silverman
- Robert A. Silverman joined the firm’s Philadelphia office in March 2009 as a member in the Business Law Department
- For the period from September 1981 through his arrival at Cozen O'Connor he practiced in the Real Estate Department of another major Philadelphia law firm, where he was a partner since 1989
- A member in the Real Estate Practice Group, Robert represents developers, lenders and owners in a variety of sophisticated transactions, including the development of office buildings, shopping centers, hotels, apartment buildings and condominiums
- His practice also includes the representation of residential developers and homebuilders, opportunistic purchasers of commercial real estate, buyers and sellers of investment quality properties, and borrowers and lenders in workout and foreclosure situations
- Robert also actively participates in real estate litigation matters
- A member of the Pennsylvania Bar, Robert is a past chairman of the Financing and Securitization Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Real Property Section, and is a past member of the Executive Board of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Real Property Section
- Robert is a frequent author on real estate topics, including non-recourse carveouts, shopping center leasing, lender liability, mortgage foreclosure and condominium issues
- Robert earned his undergraduate degree, cum laude, from Franklin and Marshall College, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa
- He earned his law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he was an editor of the University of Pennsylvania Law Review
Practice Areas Explained
Robert A. Silverman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Silverman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Real Estate Law in Philadelphia
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Robert A. Silverman
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 Robert A. Silverman's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Robert A. Silverman'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 Robert A. Silverman 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 Robert A. Silverman Handles in Philadelphia
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