MICHELE J. DA SILVA, ESQ. /Owner
Owner, Lead Attorney
J.D. from Massachusetts School of Law
Licensed in Massachusetts and
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Attorney Michele Da Silva is an aggressive defender of her client's rights in the areas of criminal defense, immigration and divorce. She earned her juris doctorate degree from Massachusetts School of Law in 2011. She graduated from Rutgers University / Douglas College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2000. Prior to going into private practice, Attorney Michele Da Silva worked at the Law Office of Norka M. Schell, LLC as the Executive Manager of their legal team.
Attorney Michele Da Silva is licensed both with the U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Superior Judicial Court. She holds membership with the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
What sets Attorney Michele Da Silva apart is her unwavering dedication to client advocacy and direct communication with her clients in their native language – be it English, Portuguese or Spanish. She takes the time to listen to clients’ concerns, understand their goals to develop personalized lawful strategies tailored to their specific needs. Attorney Michele Da Silva believes in providing compassionate support and guidance throughout the legal process, ensuring that clients feel empowered and informed every step of the way.
NORKA M. SCHELL, ESQ. / Of-Counsel
Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC
LLM from Golden Gate University School of Law
J.D. from Faculdade de Direito do Vale do Rio Doce
Licensed in New York and Brazil
Attorney Norka M. Schell is of-counsel to DA SILVA LAW GROUP in the area of immigration law since 2012. Norka M. Schell is a knowledgeable driven, dedicated, and conscientious attorney and advocate.
She is licensed to practice in New York and Brazil. Ms. Schell is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
Attorney Norka M. Schell focuses her New York practice in the areas of immigration, matrimonial, and family law. She has significant experience handling the full spectrum of immigration law, including asylum cases, detention and removal defenses, appeals and motions to reopen, family petitions, fiancée visas, consular processing applications, labor certifications, business and investment visas, citizenship and naturalization, and employment visas. In addition, Ms. Schell provides legal advice to international business owners and executives seeking entrance into the U.S. market on labor, employment, and contract law. She serves as counsel to small- and mid-sized companies in New York.
Attorney Norka M. Schell’s dedication to her clients, she has earned their respect and has become a strong community advocate. Attorney Norka M. Schell has been listed in International Who’s Who of Professionals, Empire Who’s Who, and Who’s Who in American Law and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
NEIL TASSEL, ESQ. Of-Counsel
Attorney Neil Tassel is Of-Counsel to DA SILVA LAW GROUP since 2015 exclusively in the criminal defense area. Neil Tassel graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1987 and Tulane Law School (cum laude) in 1990. Following law school, he served as law clerk for two years for United States District Judge Nauman Scott who sat by designation on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. In 1992 he became an Assistant Attorney General in Massachusetts in the Criminal Bureau. In 1993, Neil became a Special Assistant District Attorney in Boston and served until 2005. In that position he worked closely with Boston Police, Massachusetts State Police and Federal Authorities in the prosecution of drug and gun offenses, as well as a wide range of violent crimes.
Since 2005 Attorney Tassel has been in private practice and has helped individuals facing diverse problems, from simple to complex serious matters. He has appeared in many jurisdictions inside and outside of the United States in a wide range of matters from drug crimes, military charges and homicide. In 2017 he opened his own practice and offers top-notch representation in a personal and direct setting. Specialists team with him as necessary including experienced investigators and experts in diverse areas such as DNA, ballistics, mental health and computer forensics for the best possible outcome.
Through his extensive experience as a defense attorney and a prosecutor, Attorney Tassel has the ability to examine any situation in detail from both perspectives to achieve the best results.