Atty. Matthew Modafferi
Matthew Modafferi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law. Matthew, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026.
Health Care Law Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About Matthew Modafferi at a Glance
Matthew Modafferi is a health care attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Frier & Levitt LLC. Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Modafferi
- Matthew Modafferi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law
- Matthew, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Modafferi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Modafferi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Health Care Law in New York
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Matthew 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 Matthew Modafferi's practice in the field of health care.
Focused Health Care Practice
Concentrating on health care means Matthew Modafferi's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Matthew 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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