Alameda family law firm since 1979
Gregory Silva founded Silva & Associates in his home town of Alameda in 1979. For more than four decades the firm has focused on one thing: California family law, from straightforward divorces to high-conflict custody fights and complex financial cases. Much of our work is cleaning up the mistakes of previous attorneys, because not every attorney understands complicated situations, or how mental illness and high conflict affect every stage of a divorce.
We go to court often, we know the courtroom, and we do not shy away from litigation. We also have the experience to know when avoiding a trial is the better option.
Custody battles against manipulative ex-spouses, mental health issues, restraining orders, and high-net-worth asset division. These are the cases we are built for.
We work with some of the best experts and know how to use them to reach your goals, whether that is protecting your wealth, your relationship with your children, or the support you need to move forward.
From full representation by a senior attorney to a consultation-only arrangement where you meet with one of our attorneys for a limited time and otherwise represent yourself. We charge for the initial consultation and we will work with you on the level of representation you are comfortable with.
Managing Attorney
Mr. Silva has been representing clients effectively and aggressively for over 45 years, obtaining the results they need and want. He established Silva & Associates, formerly Stonehouse & Silva, in 1979, in his home…
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David Falik has over 30 years of experience meeting clients’ needs and providing vigorous and spirited representation of often difficult or sensitive positions. In addition to trial court and appellate court experience, he has…
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Maxine is a Bay Area native and was raised in San Francisco. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law. During law school, she interned at the…
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Although the circumstances that required me to obtain legal counseling were not ideal, I couldn’t imagine a better set of people to work with. From the administration team, to David and Greg Silva himself, the team dynamics make this process a lot more tolerable and smooth. They really listen, they work with me and are honest when they let me know my best options. 10/10 would hire all over again!
The Silva firm is responsive, competent, and a great value. Greg Silva is a very able and knowledgeable attorney and his associates and staff are very professional.
Very professional and they know their stuff. Willing to have a consultation and very straightforward. Good trial lawyers if that is what is needed.
We are very aware that going through a divorce is an incredibly difficult and sensitive time. We have the experience to help you through it with compassion, and the trial experience to protect you when it counts.
