Kathleen DeLacy

Kathleen DeLacy is a Partner at Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP, where she leads in the Wills, Trusts & Estates, Business Succession Planning, and Real Estate practice areas. Based in Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, she provides personalized legal support for clients statewide, with over 20 years of trusted experience.

Kathleen earned her J.D. from Widener University School of Law in 2000, following her magna cum laude B.S. from Widener University in 1995. She is admitted to practice in Delaware and has developed a multifaceted legal practice grounded in both academic excellence and practical client advocacy.

Kathleen is known for helping individuals and families navigate estate planning, elder law, probate, and fiduciary litigation. She has assisted with asset protection for Medicaid and VA benefits, and notably handled Delaware’s first same-sex adoption case, which set an important legal precedent in the state.

In addition to her estate practice, Kathleen founded the firm’s Delaware Real Estate Closing Practice, advising on residential and commercial transactions, contract review, 1031 exchanges, and closings. Her comprehensive approach and willingness to meet clients on-site provide a rare level of accessibility and service.

Kathleen DeLacy is also a certified mediator in estate, guardianship, and family law matters. She frequently presents at community and professional events, serves on the board of the Southern Delaware Estate Planning Council, and volunteers regularly at senior centers across Delaware, offering pro bono legal consultations to the community.

Kathleen’s commitment to education, advocacy, and service makes Kathleen DeLacy a distinguished legal leader in Delaware. Whether resolving complex estate issues or guiding clients through real estate closings, she is known for professionalism, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to her clients’ long-term interests.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association
• Member, Sussex County Bar Association
• President, Southern Delaware Estate Planning Council

Licensed State

• Delaware

Education

• Widener University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Widener University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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