Platinum Criminal Defense Law Firm

Platinum Criminal Defense Law Firm

Google Rating

5.0(49 reviews)

  • 2100 Coral Wy 2nd floor, Miami, FL 33145, USA
  • (786) 882-0429
  • No email available
Family Law, Criminal Law, Victims’ Rights

About:

Founding partner Joshua Silverman is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida College of Law in Gainesville and an experienced former prosecutor with the Florida State Attorney’s Office in Gainesville. Mr. Silverman brings a wide variety of legal experience to the firm, having worked extensively during his five years as a state prosecutor in the areas of child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offenses. In addition, he handled various criminal matters ranging from routine crimes to more serious misdemeanors and felonies, such as cases involving DUIs and homicides. As an experienced litigator, Mr. Silverman’s expertise has been widely recognized both by his peers and clients. He has served as an Executive Board Member from July 1, 2008 to the present for the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Eighth Judicial Circuit. Mr. Silverman is a Barrister with the James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inns of Court in Gainesville, which attained platinum level in 2012-2103 for its successes in that year’s Achieving Excellence program. The American Inns of Court is a voluntary professional organization whose goal is to foster excellence in the legal community. Mr. Silverman’s expertise is further recognized by organizations that rate the legal community. He currently has the highest possible 10.0 Superb rating with Avvo, an online site that provides information and ratings about attorneys. The rating is calculated based on background data from public records, published sources on the Internet, and information from lawyers themselves and reflects the attorney's experience, professional achievements, as well as any disciplinary sanctions. Furthermore, Mr. Silverman has a client rating of 5 out of 5, which is considered Preeminent, by Martindale Hubbell, the leading nationwide legal directory. Mr. Silverman is committed to improving the justice system and the legal profession. He is a Faculty Lecturer for the Gerald Bennet Prosecutor/Public Defen

Jurisdiction:Miami

Practice Area

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Victims’ Rights

Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

B.A.
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
1997
J.D.
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
2001

Associations

Member
Florida State Bar
2001 - Present
Vice-Chair
Eighth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee
2013 - Present
Guest Lecturer, Trial Advocacy
University of Florida College of Law
2013 - Present
Coach
University of Florida College of Law Trial Team
2006 - Present
Member
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Eighth Judicial Circuit Chapter
2007 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Apr 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Monica K

"Nicolas Torres is an amazing attorney who will fight for you until the end!"

RATED 5.0

Feb 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Samantha Chambers, Esq.

"Nicolas is a wonderful attorney with a lot of courtroom experience. He is compassionate towards his clients and a zealous defender of their rights. I would recommend him to my family and friends."

RATED 5.0

Feb 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Andres Colmenares

"Highly recommend Nicolas Torres for anyone in need of top-notch legal services."

RATED 5.0

Nov 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Mariana Suarez

"Nicolas Torres is an exceptional attorney. We had an issue a few months back and he helped me and my husband every step of the way. He’s so attentive. 10/10 would recommend to anyone !"

RATED 5.0

Sep 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Vanbee Bee

"Great law firm, helped me out and informed me of my rights and the various outcomes"