Atty. Gary A. Modafferi
Gary A. Modafferi is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Las Vegas, NV · 43+ Years Experience
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About Gary A. Modafferi at a Glance
Gary A. Modafferi is a Dep. Pros. Atty. based in Las Vegas, Nevada. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1983), Texas (2012), and Nevada (2012). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1983) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1980). Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary A. Modafferi
- Gary A. Modafferi is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law
- Gary received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Gary practices in Las Vegas, NV
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Gary A. Modafferi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Modafferi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Las Vegas.
DUI / DWI Defense in Las Vegas
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Criminal Defense in Las Vegas
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Federal Crimes in Las Vegas
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White Collar Crimes in Las Vegas
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Sex Crimes in Las Vegas
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Las Vegas
Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Las Vegas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Las Vegas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Las Vegas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Las Vegas Choose Gary A. Modafferi
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary A. Modafferi's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and sex crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary A. Modafferi brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Hawaii, Texas, and Nevada, Gary A. Modafferi can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Gary A. Modafferi can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas-based practice means Gary A. Modafferi attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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