Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ridgecrest, CA
Established in 1981, our law office has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in estate planning, real estate law, family law, and civil litigation, ensuring clients receive strategic representation grounded in ethical practice. Our team combines legal expertise with a commitment to community service, having served local organizations and educational institutions.We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and proactive problem-solving to navigate complex legal challenges effectively. Our founder, a licensed real estate broker and published legal author, brings multidisciplinary insights to every case, ensuring well-rounded advocacy.
Services
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Business Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of legal experience in Kern County courts.
- Our attorney combines law practice with real estate brokerage expertise.
- We provide comprehensive legal solutions across six core practice areas.
- Our team includes trained paralegals and legal secretaries.
- We maintain active roles in local bar associations and legal education.
Services
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including living trusts, wills, and durable powers of attorney. Our practice helps clients avoid probate while ensuring asset distribution aligns with their wishes. With experience in formal and summary probates, we provide cost-effective solutions for estate administration and non-probate transfers.
Real Estate Law
Our services cover real estate transactions, title disputes, and litigation. With 12 years of real estate brokerage experience, we prepare deeds, sales agreements, and handle eviction proceedings. We litigate quiet title actions, contract breaches, and property defect disclosures to protect client interests in residential and commercial matters.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, and spousal support. With over 1,000 family law trials, we advocate for clients in custody disputes, domestic violence cases, and property division. Our approach balances emotional sensitivity with aggressive representation of clients' legal rights in court proceedings.
Civil Litigation
Our practice includes breach of contract claims, personal injury cases, and consumer protection litigation. We represent clients in tort actions, negligence claims, and business disputes across Kern County. With experience in both plaintiff and defense representation, we prepare cases for trial while exploring settlement opportunities.
Business Agreements
We draft and review business contracts, partnership agreements, and corporate formation documents. Our services cover entity selection, contract enforcement, and dispute resolution for small businesses. We assist with LLC formations, shareholder agreements, and compliance matters to support long-term business operations.
People
Wayne Silva
Attorney
Practicing attorney since 1981 with 12 years as a licensed real estate broker. Authored legal publications and taught law courses. Served as Judge Pro Tem and currently leads the Indian Wells Bar Association. Holds Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, real estate law, family law, civil litigation, and business agreements across Kern County and the High Desert Area.
How long has the firm been in practice?
The Law Office of Wayne Silva has provided legal services since 1981, with over four decades of combined experience in multiple practice areas.
Do you handle real estate transactions?
Yes, we prepare deeds, sales agreements, and handle eviction proceedings. Our attorney has 12 years of real estate brokerage experience and litigates property disputes.
What estate planning services are available?
We create living trusts, wills, durable powers of attorney, and handle probate administration. Our services focus on avoiding probate and minimizing transfer costs.
How do you approach family law cases?
We handle divorce, child custody, and support matters with sensitivity while aggressively protecting clients' rights through trial or settlement negotiations.
What are your business hours?
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We offer after-hours consultations by appointment.