Media Mentions

2004

Sister Margaret Modde was profiled in "A lawyer, a deal and the Holy See," published in The Deal on May 20.  The profile details Sister Margaret's practice and unique experience with the intersection of canon law and corporate transactions.  The article reported that Sister Margaret has been active in the merger of Catholic health care institutions amid a general trend of consolidation in the U.S. health care industry.  As an expert in canon law, Sister Margaret works with lawyers as they structure canon deals.  As she is quoted, "It's important that canon law is in sync with civic law."

Margaret Mary Modde OSF, JCD, Catholic Organizations, Health


Sister Margaret Mary Modde was profiled in the May issue of Chicago Lawyer magazine in the article "Canon law blends religion with modern legal needs."  The article, which is attached below, describes Sister Margaret's expertise in canon law and the significant role she plays in navigating the complex and ancient legal code of the Roman Catholic Church.  The three page article details some of the specific work that Sister Margaret handles and complexity of canon law. Click here to read the article.

Margaret Mary Modde OSF, JCD, Catholic Organizations, Health


2002

Sister Margaret Mary Modde was profiled in the May 20 issue of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. Sister Modde, who has been with McDermott for the last 13 years, works as a canonical consultant for the firm. A member of the Firm’s Health Law Department, she handles the canon law issues faced by by Catholic sponsors of health, educational and other social welfare organizations.

Margaret Mary Modde OSF, JCD, Catholic Organizations, Health

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