David C Gagne

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David C Gagne

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wilmington, DE
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

5301 Limestone Road, Suite 210, Wilmington, DE

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

32 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 40%

32 years

40%
Family 20%

32 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017 2016
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Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Delaware for 33 years

State: Delaware

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Giordano, DelCollo,Werb and Gagne

5301 Limestone Road, Suite 210, Wilmington, DE, 19808

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Law Offices of David C Gagne

2499 S DUPONT HWY, STE J, SMYRNA, DE, 19977

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David C Gagne's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Virginia | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Very professional and direct

I've know David Gagne since 2003, he has handled all my legal matters . . . with positive results. David will not sugar-coat a situation/issue; he will give you an honest, by-the-book opinion thus, ensuring a positive outcome. You go to David with a legal issue and leave his office knowing it will ...be handled properly . . .

Posted by Jim | August 13, 2015 | Family

Outstanding

David has been my attorney for over 10 years now. He will take no short cuts in representing you. One of the things I like, is, he is honest, even with his clients. If you have unrealistic expectations, he will make sure to let you know. He fights for his clients rights and makes sure the circus whic...h we call Family Court makes sense.

Posted by Christine | May 21, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Helped Me Through The Worse Time Of My Life

I couldn't write out in detail if I tried just how bad my divorce was. I was alone, victimized and it seemed like my world was falling apart around me. I would wake up at night constantly questioning weather or not I was going to be able to shelter my children from all that I was going through. ... David was recommended by a friend, and then also recommended by another attorney. I figured, that's two solid recommendations so I'll go with Mr. Gagne. I am thankful to this day that I choose David. I am a high ranking business woman at a Fortune 500 company so I've worked with some of the best executives and some of the more high ranking attorneys in the world. Mr. Gagne tops them all. He made the complex side of the legal issues easy for me to understand. On a practical side he was always diligent in promptly replying to emails and other correspondence. Though the work load in my case with heavy to say the least, David navigated with great precision and ease. Since my working with Mr. Gagne, have referred at least 5 friends and family members and they all have been above and beyond satisfied. David takes a true / sincere interest in your needs and the needs of your family. In summary, he cares. In closing as I opened, I cannot say enough positive things and David Gagne is highly highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Disabled sister going through divorce

My sister is disabled and going through an ugly divorce. We went through two other lawyers, who we felt did not understand my sister’s circumstances and her disability. We also felt the previous two lawyers were not aggressive and sharp. However when we meet with Mr. Gagne, he was very sharp and ...understood my sister’s situation/disability. Within few months being with Mr. Gagne, he quickly managed to improve my sister’s financial and child visitations. When we were negotiating with the other side’s lawyer, multiple times I witnessed Mr. Gagne’s sharp and quick to comprehend personality. Also he has a keen understanding of what the Judge would recommend and of our strengths and weaknesses. So, I would highly recommend Mr. Gagne for easy and the most difficult divorce cases. I will follow-up with more comments as our case moves forward and/or comes to end.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2014 | Child Custody

Best Attorney I've worked with

David Gagne is, by far, the best attorney I've worked with. He is a great advocate for his clients. He is assertive, prepared, and extremely knowledgeable. After previously working with other attorneys over the years and being disappointed by their lack of advocacy and assertiveness in my matter(s...), I retained David Gagne for a custody/visitation matter based on a friend's referral. Mr. Gagne has been very supportive during the entire legal process; explaining the process, preparing me for mediation and hearings, and addressing my concerns. He is smart and fearless, making him a powerful force in the courtroom. He is also genuinely concerned for my children's well being. I am confident that David Gagne's representation is the best available. I intend to continue working with him to resolve my current and any future Family Court matters.

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David C Gagne's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Gonser

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is an excellent litigator and doesn’t hesitate to pursue matters to trial if a good settlement cannot be negotiated."

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Amanda Brinton

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients."

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Curtis Bounds

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David and I have worked opposite each other and as co-counsel in Delaware Family Court cases. David combines the best in tenacity and resourcefulness, and cares about the well-being of his clients. David always has my highest recommendation."

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Achille Scache

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David Gagne is an excellent trial attorney and a skilled advocate in family law cases. At the most stressful and uncertain time in their lives, David inspires confidence in his clients as they see the tenacity and zealousness with which he approaches every case. David has earned respect from the Court and from other attorneys through his diligent preparation and knowledge of family law. David is the number one choice for Delaware family law representation."

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Joseph Giordano

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for over a decade and most recently have had the pleasure of welcoming him to our firm as a partner. His depth of expertise and high level of proficiency in the field of family law has given him a wonderful reputation in the legal community in Delaware. I am proud to working with David."

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Frederick Freibott

Family lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for over 20 years. David is a an outstanding lawyer and very much cares for his clients. David is very comfortable in the courtroom and is very easy to talk to. I have referred many cases to David over the years and I will continue to do so. My referrals often call me back to tell me how much they like David and how much they respect him."

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William Brady

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with David for 7 years. He is very knowledgeable regarding Delaware family law and Family Court practice and has consistently provided outstanding representation on behalf of his clients. I highly endorse David for family law matters."

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Felice Kerr

Family lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. David is an excellent advocate for the interests of his client and is a skilled trial lawyer. David also understands his client's needs and is tenacious about obtaining the best outcome for his client. I have worked both as co-counsel with David and as opposing counsel and have found him to be completely professional in both situations."

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Edward Curley

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is a consummate professional and a zealous advocate for his clients. I have opposed him in cases in Family Court and have always found him to be a creative and tenacious lawyer but one who finds a balance between zealous advocacy and fairness in reaching a result that is in the best interests of his client. An excellent attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Giordano, DelCollo, Werb & Gagne

Associations

1994 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1992 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Delaware State Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Delaware

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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