Gary A. Modafferi

Gary A. Modafferi

4.6
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +3 more

612 3rd Street, Las Vegas, NV

About Gary

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 14 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Hawaii for 42 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Modafferi Law

612 3rd Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101

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Gary A. Modafferi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Linda | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney

I hired Gary to represent my son, who is not a NV resident, but got himself into some trouble while vacationing in NV. Gary went above and beyond for my son. He consulted external resources and helped set up an alternative to jail time which, was crucial and very beneficial in this case. Gary helped ...with all interstate transitioning and worked with our local attorney as needed. The case was ongoing as probation was a factor; over the course of 5 years, Gary was always available and genuinely concerned and interested in providing the best legal representation for my son. He did not "nickel & dime" every move and/or phone call. We are very greatly appreciative of Gary's sense of compassion and expertise.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Amazing Lawyer

Gary represented me on a false claim of domestic violence by a woman who was also stalking me. This was a very delicate case and time sensitive. I gave Gary the evidence I had and he went above and beyond spending time researching and keeping me up too date at all times by phone and in the office wh...ere he also made me feel I was in safe hands. On the day of court I knew in my heart I was innocent but Gary absolutely blew me away with his talent as a lawyer and regardless of the fact I was completely innocent there was no way the accuser stood a chance and I think everyone knew it in the court room that he was in complete control and there to win. As a result that’s exactly what he did “WIN” and on top of that he was spoke some of the most kindest words to me on the walk out. I have known a lot of Lawer’s though business, I can tell you I’ve never met one like Gary and doubt I ever will. I highly recommend him and will never be able to thank him enough.

Posted by Eric | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney

I was in some legal trouble early last year and had Gary referred to me. I was filled with anxiety up until I met him at his office. He was very attentive and also very knowledgeable. He assured me he would do anything in his power to help me. After I left I felt like a weight had been lifted and tha...t I was in good hands. While waiting on the courts he always kept in contact and filled me in on any new developments. He ended up getting me a better outcome than I had anticipated and I know that if I ever need legal counsel again I will be using him and referring him to anyone that needs it as well. Thank you, Gary!

Posted by Innocent1 | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Personalized Attention

I was referred to Mr. Modafferi by a friend who had previously had excellent results with him. I called his office number, and was told by the peeson who answered the phone, that Mr. Modafferi was not available because he was in court, so left my name and number and asked for him to call me. In si...tuations like this, hoping and waiting for call back is not what you want to do, however, I was pleased to receive a call beack from Mr. Modaferri less than 3 hours later. He was very friendly and seemed to be detail oriented. He then scheduled an appointment the next evening, which was actually after their normal business hours. After going through the facts of my case, he assured me that he would would make my experience as stress free as possible. This was an understatement. Gary was very good about returning my calls, and keep me up to date and informed with what was going on with my case. Gary won my case, and obtained a result that put the issue to rest for good. His rates a very reasonable. I hope that I never need his services again, but if I do, I will go back to him without any second thought. I highly recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Excellent Lawyer in Las Vegas

Attorney Gary A. Modafferi was recommended to me by one of the person whom I go to know in jail. It was the worst time going for me until I got Gary at my side to help me out of the drug charges case filled against me while I do not drug at all. I was mislead by one of my friend who gave me drugs to ...carry from one place to other but I was totally unaware of it and got dragged into the drug racket which was my biggest mistake of life. But Gary A. Modafferi helped me out and came like a life saver as he understood the case very quickly and found all the evidence that would help me out and thanks for all his efforts. Soon I will be leaving a non criminal life again as he is also helping to remove all the charges I was charged for and I will be getting clean cheat for the life time.

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Death Penalty Designation, State Bar of Nevada

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Gary Modafferi

1983 - 1994

Branch Chief, Department of the Prosecuting Attoney

1983 - 1994

Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney For The City & County Of Honolulu

1981 - 1983

Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office Boston, Ma

Associations

2014 - Present

Nevada Legislative Advisory Committee on Medical Marijuana

Board Member

1994 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1990 - 1994

Hawaii Pacific University

Adjunct Instructor

1983 - 1994

City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii

Deputy District Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Las Vegas sexual assault case against chiropractor

Sexual Assault Charges Dismissed Against Doctor

ORDER OF REVERSAL AND REMAND

ORDER the judgment of the district court REVERSED AND REMAND

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Education

1983

Suffolk University

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Seton Hall University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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