Francis M Ciardi

Francis M Ciardi

3.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rochester, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Real Estate ... +2 more

1 E Main Street, Suite 711, Rochester, NY

About Francis

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2004

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Frank Ciardi

1 E Main Street, Suite 711, Rochester, NY, 14614-1880

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Francis M Ciardi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by Brandon | October 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Past client

If you want a Attorney that hides behind there secretary, won't release your file to you,won't release information to a private investigator so you can appeal your case and won't return calls chose this guy but if you want a actual lawyer to do there job then chose Matt Lembke at 45 Exchange Blvd it ...might cost you but at least your case will be in good hands !!

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unprofessional

This guy was never on time for court, never returned calls, and constantly blamed his staff for his mistakes.

Posted by Laurel | March 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, Courteous, Effective!

Frank Ciardi and his staff have been wonderful to work with from start to finish. My DUI case was settled promptly and Frank advised me with obvious investment in the outcome of this case on the rest of my life. We were able to settle with a DUAI and maintain my license at the DMV so I was able to ...go to work, take my child to school, etc. When Frank is not available, his staff attended my needs immediately and with care. Communication from his office has always been wonderful. I could not recommend someone more highly if you are in need of a lawyer.

Posted by Fabrizio | March 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Perfect

He was very professional and perfectionist everything went very smooth . He understood actually what I was trying to say .

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing

Amazing job well done on my son’s case. God bless you

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Francis M Ciardi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roman Misula

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable and hard working. Highly recommend him."

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Trevor Anderson

Unknown lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vikram Vilkhu

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank is an excellent advocate for his clients."

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Robert King

Real estate lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank has been a friend for many years. He has experience representing clients in many areas. He treats all people with the respect they deserve and has been a very successful advocate."

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Christopher Calabrese

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an excellent advocate for his clients."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alberto Quirantes

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Francis Clardi is a former prosecutor who as a criminal defense attorney, fights for his clients. He's not afraid to try his cases and keeps the State at bay. When you're in a criminal bind, take it from the "Q", experience counts. You won't go wrong by hiring Francis. The lawyer who cares."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Ciardi. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."

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Carolyn Chase

Family lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ciardi is a fantastic attorney, who is always on top of the most recent case law, and is the biggest advocate for his clients."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Other

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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D. Burkett

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse this attorney. His posts here on Avvo demonstrate both knowledge of, and experience in, the law."

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P. Adam Militello

Family lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Ciardi is an excellent advocate for his clients, bringing a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach to cases that makes him a pleasure to work with. I recommend him."

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Colin McCallin

Unknown lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He enjoys a great reputation in the field."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."

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Avik Ganguly

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked closely with Frank for many years (and still do). Not only is he an effective lawyer, he also cares very much for his clients and the issues they are facing. He works hard and goes the extra mile for the people he represents. He is someone I trust, and you should too. I endorse him!"

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Robert Siano

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ciardi has built a solid reputations as a zealous advocate for his clients and generously gives his time on AVVO to help those in need of answers. I endorse Mr. Ciardi."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Block

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

1995

Honor Society, National Political Science Honor Society

Work Experience

2005 - 2010

Prosecuting Attorney, Monroe County District Attorney

2003 - 2006

Associate, Elliott Stern and Calabrese

2001 - 2001

Summer Law Clerk, 7th Judical District Supreme Court Monroe County

Associations

2007 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

United states District Court for the Western District of New York

Member

2004 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of New York

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Dwi

Dismissed

DWI

Not Guilty

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Education

2003

University At Buffalo

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Niagara University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

Italian

English

Activity

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