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Richard Dennis Abrams, Construction Attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews

Practicing construction in Wilmington since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
18 client reviews
3
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Richard Dennis Abrams is a partner based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.

Based in
Wilmington, DE
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Construction · Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Wilmington, DE.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Richard Dennis Abrams: Richard Dennis Abrams is a partner based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Richard Dennis Abrams

Richard concentrates on construction, insurance, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Richard takes construction matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Richard takes insurance matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Richard takes personal injury matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in Wilmington, Delaware

Richard takes slip & fall matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Richard Dennis Abrams — Over 35 years of Delaware construction experience

Richard Dennis Abrams is a partner based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.

Richard Dennis Abrams is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury defense, premises liability and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Richard practices at Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP in Wilmington, DE.

Working with Richard on a construction matter

Richard Dennis Abrams is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury defense, premises liability and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Richard practices at Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP in Wilmington, DE.

Clients Richard works with

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, insurance, and personal injury matters in Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area.

Credentials

Richard Dennis Abrams's legal education and bar admissions

  • Widener University

    J.D. · 1991

  • George Washington University

    B.A. · 1988

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • New Jersey

    1992 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    1992 · ACTIVE

  • Delaware

    1991 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at J.D. in Widener University and B.A. in George Washington University.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed J.D. in Widener University and B.A. in George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Delaware is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Richard Dennis Abrams

Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Richard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Delaware Bar Association (Chairperson, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section) Defense Counsel of Delaware

    membership

Locations

Richard Dennis Abrams's office in Wilmington

Richard's primary office is at 919 N. Market St., Ste. 200, Wilmington, DE, 19801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Mintzer, Sarowitz, Zeris, Ledva & Meyers, LLP

919 N. Market St., Ste. 200

Wilmington, DE 19801

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Richard Dennis Abrams — 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Wilmington.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard Dennis Abrams — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard Dennis Abrams

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a construction case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

    Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do construction cases in Delaware typically take?

    Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Wilmington?

    Richard is licensed in Delaware. Matters governed by Delaware law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Richard?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Richard accepting new construction clients right now?

    Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Construction attorneys serving Wilmington, Dover and Newark in Delaware

Richard handles construction matters throughout Delaware. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.

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