Atty. Steven V. Modica

Atty. Steven V. Modica

Steven V. Modica is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, disabilities law, social security law and 3 other areas of law.

Rochester Rochester 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven V. Modica at a glance

Steven V. Modica is a Member based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Modica & Associates. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1987), District of Columbia (1988), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1990). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County, New York State and American Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association New York State Trial Lawyers Association AFL-CIO Lawyers Coordinating Committee New York State Division of Human Rights Regional Advisory Council. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven V. Modica is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, disabilities law, social security law and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Steven practices at Modica & Associates in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven V. Modica's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven V. Modica handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Steven V. Modica is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Steven V. Modica is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Steven V. Modica is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New York →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Rochester 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven V. Modica

Where is Steven V. Modica's law office located?
Steven V. Modica's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Modica & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven V. Modica handle?
Steven V. Modica focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven V. Modica practiced law?
Steven V. Modica has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Steven V. Modica go to law school?
Steven V. Modica earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Steven V. Modica for a consultation?
You can contact Steven V. Modica directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven V. Modica received?
Steven V. Modica's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1986
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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