Edward Curley

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Edward Curley

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Family Lawyer at Dover, DE
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

250 BEISER BOULEVARD, SUITE 202, Dover, DE

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About Edward

Biography

Assisting clients in the successful resolution of family matters for over 33 years.

Assisting clients in the successful resolution of family matters for over 30 years.

Assisting clients in the successful resolution of family matters for over 30 years.

Assisting clients in the successful resolution of family matters for over 30 years.

Assisting clients in the successful resolution of family matters for over 30 years.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Divorce and Annulment, Guardianships, Property Division, Alimony, Spousal Support, Separation/Settlement Agreements and Enforcement, and all aspects of Family Law

30%
Family 30%

Divorce and Annulment, Guardianships, Property Division, Alimony, Spousal Support, Separation/Settlement Agreements and Enforcement, and all aspects of Family Law

38 years

30%
Child Custody 20%

Custody, Residential Placement, Visitation/Contact Schedules

38 years

20%
Child Support 10%

Petitions to establish new child support obligations, and modification and enforcement of existing support Orders.

38 years

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Post-Nuptial/Separation Agreements, Settlement Agreements and Stipulations.

38 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Delaware for 38 years

State: Delaware

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 38 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1987

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Edward Curley

250 BEISER BOULEVARD, SUITE 202, Dover, DE, 19904

www.cdfflaw.com

Edward Curley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ernest | June 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended attorney and staff!

Attorney Edward Curley and his staff (Elaine Ferris, Mary Benson) provided me with outstanding legal consultation and representation during my divorce last year. The entire team was very professional and understanding of my divorce concerns during that time. Attorney Curley, Elaine and Mary were hi...ghly efficient from beginning to end, constantly providing me with up to date feedback on all progress made each step of the way. My deceiving and greedy ex-wife got absolutely nothing out of my 34-year federal service retirement, life's savings and property. I am very thankful for that to this day! Attorney Curley and his team of professionals will assist me next in preparing a prenuptial agreement for my next marriage. Rest assured, you can depend on this awesome law firm to handle all of your future legal matters!

Posted by Phil | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best choice I could have made...

In October of 2017 my wife of 23 years decided she wanted a divorce, and what started as an attempt at an amicable split quickly turned into an adversarial mess. Thankfully, after speaking with quite a few folks who'd "been there and done that" as well as a few friends who were also attorneys, I chos...e to enlist the services of Ed Curley to represent me. In the midst of this emotional, financial and logistic mess, Ed Curley turned out to be the best choice I could have made. His experience, character and expertise helped me not only work through the roller-coaster ride that is divorce, but he also kept me educated and assured throughout the process. Ed is a true professional in every sense of the word, and I highly recommend him for anyone else faced with a similar situation.

Posted by Josh | October 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

He is great

I hired Ed and his law firm for a custody case of my daughter. He explained my rights to me as a parent and he also told me the do’s and dont’s during a custody case. He came very prepared and made sure that he knew everything he could to help me win the case. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Danielle | June 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hands Down, the Absolute Best Choice

After a recommendation, I engaged Mr. Curley’s services after over a decade of contentious and high-conflict custodial matters. My only regret in working with Mr. Curley is that I hadn’t gone to him years earlier. Mr. Curley is highly knowledgeable and experienced. His mastery and understanding o...f family law is unparalleled—and I speak from a place of having worked with several excellent lawyers within the area over the years. The mark of a true expert, Mr. Curley educates and informs of the relevant legal information to the situation in terms clearly explained and easily understood, so that I was never left confused by legalese or lacked the information necessary to make choices or take action. A consummate professional, he was always on time (or early) for appointments, hearings, paperwork, and was extremely responsive to both common queries and more extenuating circumstances where I needed guidance immediately. His level of professionalism, responsiveness, and outstanding ability also extends to the staff within his office, especially Elaine. On a more personal note, when I first began working with Mr. Curley I was both emotionally and physically exhausted from the ongoing legal situation and often fearful of what I perceived as possible results of the situation. Mr. Curley brought a caring, human element where I believed, and still believe, he truly and genuinely cared for both me and my family. His compassion coupled with his knowledge of the law served to diffuse and calm my emotional state while his competence readily tackled my legal one. If you even think you may need a lawyer, call Mr. Curley immediately. Save yourself from my many years of turmoil by simply engaging the very best from the start.

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Family Law Attorney in DE

If your in need of an Attorney for Family Court, Edward Curley is the best in the state of Delaware. He is very professional and good at what he does. Be sure to be honest and thorough when providing information to Curley, as he very strategic in planning your case. Curled is very assertive in the co...urt room, and is well educated and up to date on family law. He is also quite familiar with the court system in Delaware, as he has years of experience with it. In a long custody battle with the mother of my child, Curley had helped me gain placement, making me the custodial parent. Curley had informed me early on that he believed that I had a good chance of getting primary placement based off what I provided him if I followed the route he recommended. Sure enough, Curley had got me what I wanted, which was best for my child. I recommended a friend of mine to Edward Curley who was going through a divorce,and he said he was pleased with the results and his legal counsel. Curley's para-legal Elaine is top notch at what she does, and does an excellent job taking care of Curleys clients while he is in court. I would highly recommend Edward Curley to be your attorney, and I would trust any of the attorneys at Curley, Dodge, and Funk for any of your legal needs.

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Edward Curley's Lawyer Endorsements

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James McGiffin

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed Curley is one of the best Family Law lawyers I know. He has tremendous knowledge and experience, and his temperament is perfect for handling difficult matters effectively and with grace."

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David Gagne

Family lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ed for over 20 years. In that time, I have worked both with Ed and against him. His experience and the the level of service he provides his clients is excellent. He takes a genuine interest in his clients needs."

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Sean Lynn

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Despite often being opposing counsel on various litigation and family law matters, I am consistently impressed with Mr. Curley's professionalism, honesty, and ability."

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Alexander Funk

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Gagne

Family lawyer

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Sean Lynn

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today

2022

Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Top Lawyer - Family Law, Delaware Today

2021

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Client Choice Award, AVVO

2020

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

2019

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

2017

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

2016

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

2015

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

2015

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2006

Top Lawyer, Delaware Today

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, Curley, Dodge, Fitzgerald & Funk

1997 - Present

Volunteer, Office Of The Child Advocate

Associations

2020 - Present

Delaware Family Court Rules Committee

Member

2016 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2008 - Present

Delaware Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

1999 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1996 - 1997

Kent County Bar Association

Past President

1995 - 1996

Kent County Bar Association

Vice President

1993 - 1995

Kent County Bar Association

Secretary/Treasurer

Education

1987

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Rutgers University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Regular Meeting of the DPA

Recent Developments in the Law

2010

Delaware State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Family Law

Languages

English

Activity

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