Regina Silva, Civil Rights Attorney in Santa Ana, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and General
Santa Ana, CA
Practicing civil rights in Santa Ana since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Regina Silva is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Regina has over 32 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Santa Ana, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
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- Civil Rights · Employment · General
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and General matters from Santa Ana, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Regina Silva: Regina Silva is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Regina has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Regina takes on
Regina concentrates on civil rights, employment, general, sexual harassment, and wrongful termination. Each area below outlines the kind of case Regina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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General
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Sexual Harassment
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Civil Rights cases in Santa Ana, California
Regina takes civil rights matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Regina agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Santa Ana, California
Regina takes employment matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Regina agrees to represent you.
General cases in Santa Ana, California
Regina takes general matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Regina agrees to represent you.
Sexual Harassment cases in Santa Ana, California
Regina takes sexual harassment matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Regina agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Termination cases in Santa Ana, California
Regina takes wrongful termination matters in Santa Ana, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Regina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Regina Silva — civil rights lawyer in Santa Ana
Regina Silva is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Regina has over 32 years of legal experience.
Regina Silva is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, resorts and leisure, discrimination and 2 other areas of law. Regina received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Regina practices in Santa Ana, CA.
How Regina handles civil rights matters
Regina Silva is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, resorts and leisure, discrimination and 2 other areas of law. Regina received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Regina practices in Santa Ana, CA.
Who Regina represents
Regina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and general matters in Santa Ana and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGeorge School of Law
J.D. · 1994
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Regina's state bar admissions
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Regina studied at J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Regina completed J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Regina runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Regina Silva's office in Santa Ana
Regina's primary office is at 1851 E. First Street, Suite 1440, Santa Ana, CA, 92705-4044. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Regina Silva — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Regina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Regina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Regina'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; Regina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Santa Ana, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Regina
Regina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Regina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Regina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Regina Silva
How much does it cost to hire Regina for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Regina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Regina offer a free consultation?
Regina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Regina's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Regina's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in California typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Regina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Regina take my case if I'm outside Santa Ana?
Regina is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Regina 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 Regina?
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. Regina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Regina accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Regina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Santa Ana, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Regina handles civil rights matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
- Santa Ana2,640 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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