Judicial Experience
Experience You Can Trust on the Texas Thirteenth Court of Appeals
Appellate court decisions shape how the law is interpreted and applied. That responsibility requires experience, careful analysis, and sound judgment. Justice Clarissa Silva brings more than eighteen years of legal and judicial experience to every case she reviews.
Graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University and began a career dedicated to public service.
Joined the Nueces County District Attorney’s Office, handling juvenile cases and matters involving abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable Texans.
Received the Coalition for Crime Victims’ Rights Certificate of Appreciation for service and advocacy on behalf of victims.
Earned Board Certification in Juvenile Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Joined the San Patricio County Attorney’s Office representing the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Elected Justice of the Thirteenth Court of Appeals.
Reviews civil and criminal appeals from twenty South Texas counties and has authored more than 550 appellate opinions.
More than eighteen years of legal and judicial experience dedicated to fairness, integrity, and the rule of law.