Atty. Gary A. Modafferi

Atty. Gary A. Modafferi

Gary A. Modafferi is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (702) 758-7237

Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Modafferi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Modafferi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Sex Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Gary A. Modafferi's law office located?
Gary A. Modafferi's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Modafferi handle?
Gary A. Modafferi focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Gary A. Modafferi practiced law?
Gary A. Modafferi has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Gary A. Modafferi go to law school?
Gary A. Modafferi earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1983
B.A.
Seton Hall University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1983
Texas
Admitted: 2012
Nevada
Admitted: 2012

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