The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC
New Jersey Civil Rights Lawyer
Protecting your constitutional rights
When police or government violate your rights, Joel Silberman fights for you and your family - in federal and New Jersey courts.
- Former prosecutor
- Available 24/7
- Super Lawyers 2023
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What Happened to You?
Not sure which applies? Call 201-420-1913 - the consultation is free and confidential.
Results
Recent Results
Jersey City agreed to pay $925,000 to Jonathan Sanders, who was punched by police. He had sued the city in federal court alleging his civil rights were violated.
Read the storyPaterson agreed to pay $132,500 to settle claims that officers used excessive force during an arrest and pepper-sprayed people watching. Joel Silberman represented Jerel Wilkins and the women who were pepper-sprayed.
Read the storyJoel Silberman filed a notice of claim with Bayonne for Kelvin Ortiz, who was shot in the face by Bayonne police officers.
Read the storyJoel Silberman filed a notice of tort claim for a Bayonne High School student whose varsity hockey coach allegedly pointed a gun at him.
Read the storyResults depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Practice Areas
Holding Law Enforcement and Government Accountable
Why Joel Silberman
A Former Prosecutor Holding Law Enforcement Accountable
Joel Silberman spent nearly four years as a Hudson County Assistant Prosecutor. He knows how police and prosecutors build cases - and he uses that knowledge to expose misconduct and win compensation for the people it harms.
- 20+ years serving New Jersey
- Civil rights suits in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey (42 U.S.C. 1983) and New Jersey’s state courts (NJ Civil Rights Act)
- Super Lawyers 2023 · Lead Counsel Rated
- A dedicated 24/7 line once you retain the firm
The Process
How a Civil Rights Case Works
Free consultation
Tell us what happened. It’s free and confidential.
Investigation & evidence
We gather video, medical records, police reports and witnesses.
Notice of claim
Claims against a New Jersey town or agency generally need a written notice within 90 days.
Lawsuit
We file in federal or New Jersey court under 42 U.S.C. 1983 and the NJ Civil Rights Act.
Settlement or trial
Many cases settle. We prepare every case as if it will be tried.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
“I was maliciously dragged into a civil case by a complainant who was trying to extort money in the guise of settlement by concocting stories which have no factual basis. With Joel Silberman’s skillful legal strategies, the complainant and his lawyers eventually dropped me from the case which was approved by the court.”
Lincoln Tan Jr
“Joel Silberman is there for you 24/7. He is knowledgeable, well prepared and you are in good hands with his representation. From your initial consultation you are guided through the legal process in a way that is easy to understand.”
Gary Rubinstein
“I totally recommend Joel Silberman. He was clear about my situation. Very professional yet personable at the same time. He provided very quick response at all time.”
Yanthony Novas
Know Your Rights & News
Guides and Updates
What to Do After Police Misconduct
A nine-step checklist to protect your claim, including the deadlines.
Read morePolice Accountability Tracker
Investigations, charges and grand jury decisions involving New Jersey police.
Read moreLatest: $132,500 Paterson settlement
Paterson agreed to settle the firm’s excessive force and pepper-spray case.
Read moreFree Case Review
Free, Confidential Case Review
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Available 24/7
Jersey City: 26 Journal Square, Suite 300
Newark: 744 Broad Street, 16th Floor
New York City: 1370 Broadway, 5th Floor