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Civil Rights

The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC are proud to protect the innocent from criminal prosecution and equally as proud to expose abuses by those who have taken an oath to protect us.

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Constitutional Rights

Holding Law Enforcement Accountable

When law enforcement officers abuse their power and act in a way that violates our constitutionally protected rights and freedoms, we are all in jeopardy. The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC represents people who have been subjected to excessive force, arrested without cause, or maliciously prosecuted — and works to hold the officials responsible accountable in court.

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Where We Focus

Police Misconduct Claims

Joel Silberman focuses his Civil Rights practice on police misconduct including excessive force, false arrest and malicious prosecution. Mr. Silberman has experience bringing these types of suits in the Federal Court for the District of New Jersey pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 1983 as well as in New Jersey’s various state courts pursuant to the New Jersey Civil Rights Act and Constitution.

The firm brings claims for excessive force, false arrest and imprisonment, malicious prosecution, failure to intervene, Monell claims against a municipality, and wrongful convictions.

42 U.S.C. 1983

Federal Court for the District of New Jersey

New Jersey Civil Rights Act & Constitution

New Jersey’s various state courts

In Their Words

What Clients Say

I cannot recommend Joel Silberman, Criminal Defense Lawyer, highly enough! As someone dealing with extreme anxiety and facing the court system for the first time, I was incredibly overwhelmed. From our first meeting, Joel’s empathetic and understanding nature made me feel like I was talking to a friend rather than just a lawyer. He managed to bring my anxiety down to zero and, most importantly, he got my misdemeanor case dismissed with a clean record. If you want a lawyer who truly cares and delivers results, there is simply no one else like him. I will forever only trust him and will recommend him to my family and friends! You can tell he breathes, eats, and sleeps thinking about law! He is extremely passionate about defending others.” – Solangy Perez

Joel constantly comes through. He has helped me and I have sent my family and friends to him. He does whatever he can to try and win and makes you feel safe and comfortable. He is like having a guard dog by your side going into battle!.” – Jason

In my opinion, Joel is an exceptional attorney. I have no hesitation in recommending your professional legal services and I commend you on how friendly, accessible and efficient you are.” – Rogers

I had a wonderful experience with Joel. He was the best attorney and friend I could have ever come into contact with. Joel saved my life and my family from total and utter destruction. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into my son’s case.” – Stephen

Joel is an outstanding defense lawyer! Very proactive, reliable, quick and he defends his client vigorously. Not only had he saved me, but also my time and money from the endless court fees, fines and other expenses as well.”- Christopher

Disclaimer: “Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.”

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Contact a New Jersey Civil Rights Lawyer

For highly qualified and devoted legal representation, call 201-420-1913 today to schedule an appointment.