Maritza Silva-Cofresí, General Attorney in the United States
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on General and Real Estate
Practicing general since 1975.
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Maritza Silva-Cofresí is an attorney based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Maritza has over 51 years of legal experience.
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- San Juan, PR
- Experience
- over 51 years
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- General · Real Estate
- Handles General and Real Estate matters from San Juan, PR.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maritza Silva-Cofresí: Maritza Silva-Cofresí is an attorney based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Maritza has over 51 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maritza takes on
Maritza concentrates on general and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maritza handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Maritza takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maritza agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Maritza takes real estate matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maritza agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maritza Silva-Cofresí — general lawyer in the U.S.
Maritza Silva-Cofresí is an attorney based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Maritza has over 51 years of legal experience.
Maritza Silva-Cofresí is a lawyer practicing real estate law, mortgage law. Maritza received a B.B.A. degree from University of Puerto Rico in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Maritza practices in San Juan, PR.
How Maritza handles general matters
Maritza Silva-Cofresí is a lawyer practicing real estate law, mortgage law. Maritza received a B.B.A. degree from University of Puerto Rico in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Maritza practices in San Juan, PR.
Who Maritza represents
Maritza reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Puerto Rico
J.D. · 1975
University of Puerto Rico
B.B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Maritza's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
Puerto Rico
1975 · ACTIVE
Maritza studied at J.D. in University of Puerto Rico and B.B.A. in University of Puerto Rico.
Law school and academic background
Maritza completed J.D. in University of Puerto Rico and B.B.A. in University of Puerto Rico. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maritza runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Maritza Silva-Cofresí's office in San Juan
Maritza's primary office is at BBVA Tower, 254 Muñoz Rivera Avenue 6th Floor, San Juan, PR, 00918. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maritza Silva-Cofresí — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maritza usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maritza charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maritza'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; Maritza will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Maritza
Maritza discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Maritza confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maritza's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maritza Silva-Cofresí
How much does it cost to hire Maritza for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maritza walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maritza offer a free consultation?
Maritza charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maritza's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Maritza's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. Maritza gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maritza take my case if I'm outside the area?
Maritza evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Maritza's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Maritza?
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. Maritza will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maritza accepting new general clients right now?
Maritza's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.