Matthew Modafferi

Matthew Modafferi is an Adjunct Professor of Clinical Law at Brooklyn Law School. He holds a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and a B.A. from Boston College. His academic role focuses on practical legal training and mentorship.

Education:

• B.A., Boston College
• J.D., Brooklyn Law School

Professional Affiliations:

• Assistant United States Attorney, Civil Division, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of New York
• Adjunct Professor of Clinical Law at Brooklyn Law School

Teaching Focus: Modafferi’s clinical law role emphasizes hands-on legal practice, including courses like Civil Externship Seminar and Litigation Skills Clinic, aligning with his expertise in federal civil litigation and public service law.

Legal Practice: As an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Civil Division, Modafferi engages in high-impact litigation and public service, contributing to federal legal proceedings in the Eastern District of New York.