Atty. David C. Gagne
David C. Gagne’s statewide family law practice touches on all areas of the Delaware Family Court’s civil jurisdiction, particularly custody, child support, divorce, alimony, protection from abuse, and guardianship proceedings.
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About David C. Gagne at a glance
David C. Gagne is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Giordano & Gagne, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and poa. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1992) and U.S. District Court, District of Delaware and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1993). Educated at Delaware Law School of Widener University (J.D., 1992) and University of Delaware (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Delaware and American Bar Associations Delaware Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David C. Gagne’s statewide family law practice touches on all areas of the Delaware Family Court’s civil jurisdiction, particularly custody, child support, divorce, alimony, protection from abuse, and guardianship proceedings
- Clients seek out David’s substantial trial experience, knowing that his preparation and dedication to a case are the keys to a successful outcome, either negotiated or after a hearing
- Fellow lawyers and members of the Delaware Bench hire David to represent them in their personal matters as well as refer their family, friends, and important clients to David
- So well respected is David in the courtroom that family law attorneys from other firms have hired David as co-counsel specifically for trial
- Throughout his 25-year career, David has been involved in landmark cases involving premarital agreements, third party visitation, discovery issues, high net worth child support, and alimony
- A native of Harrington, Delaware, David is licensed to practice law in Delaware and before the United States District Court for the District of Delaware, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
- David received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware in 1988 and his law degree with honors from Delaware Law School in 1992
- David is a member of the Delaware State Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Melson-Arsht American Inn of Court
- When he is not practicing law, David enjoys spending time with his wife, Sherry and his three sons, as well as playing competitive beach volleyball
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David C. Gagne's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David C. Gagne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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David C. Gagne is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Delaware →
David C. Gagne is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Delaware →
David C. Gagne is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Delaware →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Delaware
Practicing law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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