Jed R. Silverman

Jed R. Silverman is a seasoned criminal defense attorney and the founding attorney of The Law Offices of Jed Silverman in Houston, Texas. With over two decades of legal experience, he has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals facing serious criminal charges in state and federal Texas courts.

Jed earned his B.S. in Marine Transportation from Texas A&M University at Galveston in 1995. He received his J.D. from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1999.

Licensed to practice in Texas since 1999, Jed is dedicated to defending his clients’ rights, freedom, and future. He handles a broad range of criminal defense cases, including DWI, assault, drug charges, white-collar crimes, and complex federal offenses. Known for his aggressive advocacy, strategic legal insight, and proven courtroom skills, Jed has built one of the strongest criminal trial records in the region.

Jed is among the top 10% of lawyers in Texas who hold Board Certification in Criminal Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization—an honor that speaks to his skill and integrity in the courtroom. He has also been recognized by Texas Super Lawyers® and Best Lawyers in America for his outstanding work in criminal defense.

Jed is admitted to practice before several federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Texas, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. In 2015, he also became licensed to practice in Missouri.

Jed R. Silverman has held leadership roles with the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and has served on the State Bar of Texas Grievance Committee, where he was Chair for District 4 in 2021–2022. Jed is also a national and local defense organization member, including the National College for DUI Defense and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. With a career dedicated to criminal defense and a passion for justice, Jed continues to advocate for clients throughout Texas.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Law Offices of Jed Silverman
• Member, National College for DUI Defense
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, President Elect- Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Galveston County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• Missouri

Education

• Thurgood Marshall School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas A&M University, Galveston
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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