Atty. Sidney J. Silver
Sidney J. Silver is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate and partnership, mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations and 7 other areas of law.
Corporate And Partnership & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 64+ Years Experience
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About Sidney J. Silver at a Glance
Sidney J. Silver is a President based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Silver, Freedman, Taff & Tiernan LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, m&a, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1962), District of Columbia (1963), U.S. Tax Court (1965), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1968). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1962) and Lehigh University (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar (Member, Taxation Section and Estates and Trusts Section) Virginia State Bar District of Columbia Institute of Certified Public Accountants Washington D, C, and Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sidney J. Silver
- Sidney J. Silver is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate and partnership, mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations and 7 other areas of law
- Sidney received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1957, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Sidney practices at Silver, Freedman, Taff & Tiernan LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Sidney J. Silver's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sidney J. Silver handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Sidney J. Silver is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →
Real Estate Law in Washington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Sidney J. Silver is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →
Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Sidney J. Silver is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
Sidney J. Silver is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →
Estate & Gift Tax in Washington
Sidney J. Silver is one of 3,731 estate tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate tax attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Sidney J. 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 Sidney J. Silver's practice in the field of business, real estate, tax, m&a, and estate tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sidney J. Silver brings 64+ 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 Virginia, District of Columbia, and U.S. Tax Court, Sidney J. Silver can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and tax, Sidney J. Silver can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Sidney J. Silver 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 Sidney J. Silver Handles in Washington
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