Margarita Silva guides families through immigration and represents clients facing criminal charges, with nearly 30 years of Arizona courtroom experience. Se habla español.
Margarita Silva focuses her practice on immigration and criminal defense — the two areas of law that most often intersect. She guides families through the immigration process, defends against deportation, and represents clients facing criminal charges in federal, state, and municipal courts. Before entering private practice, she served as an assistant public defender in Maricopa County, giving her courtroom experience that informs every case she takes.
Ms. Silva has practiced in Arizona since 1995. She serves as a judge pro tempore in the Guadalupe Municipal Court, is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, and is frequently invited to present on immigration law to attorneys, professional organizations, and community groups. Her service includes the Arizona State Bar delegation to the ABA House of Delegates, the Board of Directors of the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project, and leadership roles with Los Abogados Hispanic Bar Association.
Helping families navigate the process of living together legally in the United States.
Available worldwideRepresentation for victims of certain crimes who have cooperated with law enforcement.
Available worldwideK-1 visa petitions for couples planning to marry in the United States.
Available worldwideDeferred Action for Childhood Arrivals applications and renewals.
Available nationwideGuiding lawful permanent residents through citizenship, including applicants with past criminal history.
Available nationwideDefense against removal proceedings.
Maricopa CountyDefense in federal, state, and municipal courts, drawing on experience as a former public defender. When a case carries immigration consequences, that dual perspective protects both your freedom and your status.
Many criminal cases carry immigration consequences. Ms. Silva consults with criminal defense attorneys whose clients face immigration issues — helping you advise them and avoid outcomes that jeopardize their status.
She provides freelance immigration support and case-by-case coverage for immigration attorneys who need an experienced hand on a matter.
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