Howard Silver, Personal Injury Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 74 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatSommers, Schwartz, P.C.
Southfield, MI
Practicing personal injury in Southfield since 1952.
- 74+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Howard Silver is an of counsel based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Howard has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 74 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 74 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Howard Silver: Howard Silver is an of counsel based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Howard has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Howard takes on
Howard concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Southfield, Michigan
Howard takes personal injury matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Howard Silver — personal injury lawyer in Southfield
Howard Silver is an of counsel based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Howard has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Howard Silver is a lawyer practicing negligence law. Howard received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1947, and has been licensed for 74 years. Howard practices at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
How Howard handles personal injury matters
Howard Silver is a lawyer practicing negligence law. Howard received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1947, and has been licensed for 74 years. Howard practices at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
Who Howard represents
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Wayne State University
LL.B. · 1950
Wayne State University
B.S. · 1947
Jurisdictions
Howard's state bar admissions
Michigan
1952 · ACTIVE
Howard studied at LL.B. in Wayne State University and B.S. in Wayne State University.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed LL.B. in Wayne State University and B.S. in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Howard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Howard Silver's office in Southfield
Howard's primary office is at One Towne Square, Ste. 1700, Southfield, MI, 48076. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sommers, Schwartz, P.C.
One Towne Square, Ste. 1700
Southfield, MI 48076
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Client reviews of Howard Silver — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Howard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Southfield.
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How to hire Howard Silver — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Southfield, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Howard
Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Howard Silver
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Howard is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Howard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Howard?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Southfield, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
Howard handles personal injury matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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