Paul M. Silvestri - St. Petersburg, FL
Attorney at Kogan & DiSalvo, P.A.
Personal Injury Lawyers in St. Petersburg, FL
7901 4th St N. Suite #324 St. Petersburg, FL 33702
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St. Petersburg Personal Injury Lawyer
Updated: 03/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury
Attorney Information
Overview
Paul M. Silvestri is a seasoned personal injury attorney at Kogan & DiSalvo, P.A., known for his compelling advocacy and exceptional results on behalf of injured clients throughout Florida. With a legal career that began in civil defense representing some of the state's largest insurance companies, Paul brings a strategic edge and deep litigation insight to every case he handles.
Since joining the plaintiff’s side, Paul has recovered tens of millions in compensation for victims of negligence, earning trust and recognition for his relentless commitment to justice. His track record includes notable victories—such as insurance carriers conceding claims preemptively—and demonstrates his mastery in navigating high-stakes litigation.
Paul earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Florida State University in 2006 and his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in 2009. That same year, he was admitted to the Florida Bar and quickly began building a reputation as a formidable trial lawyer.
A committed contributor to the legal profession, Paul serves on the Board of Governors for the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division (6th Circuit) and remains active in the St. Petersburg Bar Association and Bar Foundation. His pursuit of legal excellence was honored with the prestigious Gerald Bennet Scholarship in 2017, allowing him to attend the Advanced International Trial Advocacy Program at Keble College, Oxford.
Paul has been recognized as a Florida Super Lawyers “Rising Star” for five consecutive years (2019–2023), underscoring his impact in the courtroom and beyond. He resides in St. Petersburg, Florida, with his wife and two sons, continuing to serve his community with integrity, expertise, and passion.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Awarded a Gerald Bennet Scholarship by the Trial Lawyers Section of the Florida Bar in 2017
- Selected as a “Rising Star” by Florida Super Lawyers every year from 2019 to 2023
Education
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Legal Education
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Stetson University College of Law,
Gulfport/St. Petersburg,
Florida, 2009
Juris Doctor
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Stetson University College of Law,
Gulfport/St. Petersburg,
Florida, 2009
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Non Legal Education
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Florida State University, 2006
B.A.
Major: Communication -
Keble College,
Oxford,
England
Advanced International Trial Advocacy Program
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Florida State University, 2006
Current Employment Position(s)
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Personal Injury Attorney
Pro Bono Activities
- Charter Member, St. Petersburg Sunset Chapter of Rotary International
- St. Petersburg Bar Foundation, Member
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 2009
Other Affiliations
- Elected to represent the 6th Circuit of the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors, 2016
- St. Petersburg Bar Association (2009 – Present)
- Barney Masterson American Inn of Court
- Governor, Florida State Bar Young Lawyer’s Division (2016-Present)
- Member, Florida State Bar Trial Lawyer’s Section (2012-Present)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Delta Theta
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Contact
7901 4th St N.
Suite #324
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Phone: 561-247-9987
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.kogan-disalvo.com/
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