Michael W. Modica

Michael W. Modica is a seasoned Delaware trial lawyer with more than four decades of experience in criminal defense. Since 1982, he has represented clients facing charges ranging from DUI and traffic violations to serious felonies, including capital murder. His entire practice is devoted to litigation, giving clients a strong courtroom advocate.

Michael earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from McDaniel College in 1979 and then completed his Juris Doctor at Emory University School of Law in 1982. That same year, he was admitted to the Delaware Bar and later admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Michael began his career as a Deputy Attorney General with the Delaware Department of Justice. Since transitioning into private practice, he has successfully defended clients in Superior Court, Family Court, the Court of Common Pleas, and various municipal courts. He has also argued appeals before the Delaware Supreme Court, with several of his cases resulting in published opinions.

Respected for his skill and ethics, Michael holds a Martindale-Hubbell rating of “Very High” in both legal ability and ethical standards. He has been invited to speak at legal seminars on DUI defense and criminal evidence, and has appeared on MSNBC and WILM as an expert in criminal defense. Judges have also appointed him to represent defendants in capital murder cases.

Guided by the principle of treating each client as if he were in their position, Michael W. Modica understands the stress of facing criminal prosecution. With experience, compassion, and determination, he continues to provide effective defense strategies for individuals throughout the state of Delaware.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Michael W. Modica, Attorney at Law
• Member, Delaware Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Delaware

Education

• Emory University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• McDaniel College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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