Frank J. Parise

Frank J. Parise

3.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kenosha, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Domestic Violence

7001-30th Avenue, Kenosha, WI

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Biography

Practice Areas

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Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 40 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1985

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Frank J. Parise, LLC

7001-30th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53142

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Frank J. Parise's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Racine DUI representation was a disappointment

I hired Mr. Parise after I was beaten by Racine PD during a traffic accident. My expectations were very high as I considered him one of the best attorneys in Wisconsin. He did minimal work in my case and charged me higher than other attorney fees. I had pictures and a statement reporting the officers..., and Mr. Parise put them back in a folder and said he would look at them later and see what he could do. My case concluded with an unreasonable outcome and I was given close to the max for my case. I didn't hurt myself or anyone, was still considered a misdemeanor and there was no reason for the way I was treated by Racine PD. Completely share the same experience by other reviews that he "shattered my expectations". Never expected this you're of representation from him!

Frank Parise

Replied last November 20, 2024

I have tried to figure out who this is to no avail. You can certainly contact me directly , fp

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Dissapointed

My expectations and professional view of Atty Parise were shattered when he decided to leave me high and dry 2 court dates before my case was to conclude. This was after 2+ years of going to court and getting ready to go to trial. I though more of him, but he blames me.

Frank Parise

Replied last November 20, 2024

Unfortunately, he had multiple bond violations so that I could not continue to represent him. He ultimately pled guilty to the charges.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Don't Fall For Salesmanship

Talked a big game, said all of the things I wanted to hear, seemed very aggressive. This was all right up to the point that I hired him. As soon as I wrote the check, he went limp and did very little work on my case. I wish I had done more research before hiring him. It appears to me that his strateg...y is to take as much money as he can get up front, and eventually negotiate a plea deal. In my opinion, he does very little work for the amount of money that he charges. After doing some research (after I already hired him), it seems to me that he avoids going to trial any way that he can. Be sure to ask him about his trial record, when he last went to trial, and when he last won a trial. After my experience with Mr. Parise, I question the authenticity of some of the reviews that are posted on this site.

Frank Parise

Replied last January 10, 2014

Sincerely wish I knew who this person is so that I may discuss with them directly as to how I failed them.

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Frank J. Parise's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Ogren

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is one of the most if not the most well known criminal defense attorneys locally. He has an exhaustive list great results achieved over many years. I've personally benefitted from watching and learning from his practice and feel lucky to have known him."

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Xavier Solis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Frank. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Schiro

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Frank Parise for over 20 years and have often sought his advice and counsel. He is an excellent lawyer and his reputation speaks to his skills and integrity. I highly recommend Frank. I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Botzau

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Frank Parise as an attorney in Kenosha and southeastern Wisconsin. I have known Frank for approximately 20 years and have worked on personal injury cases with him for the past several years. I know that Frank is also an accomplished criminal defense attorney and is highly respected by judges, fellow practicing attorneys and his clients. Not only is Frank an excellent attorney and litigator, he is professional, accessible and very personable. A person requiring assistance in a civil or criminal matter would be wise to consider Frank’s representation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Best Law Firm, Kenosha County Best of 2016

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Best Law Firm, Kenosha News Best of Kenosha County

2014

Best Lawyer, Kenosha News Best of Kenosha County

2013

One of Kenosha's Top Three Lawyers, Kenosha News-Best of Kenosha County

2013

Top Lawyers in Wisconsin, The Legal Network

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Martindale-Hubbell, BV-Distinguished

2010

Certificate of Appreciation, City of Kenosha

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner/President, Law Offices of Frank J. Parise, LLC

1998 - Present

Court Commissioner, Kenosha County

2008 - 2010

Guardian ad Litem, Kenosha County

1998 - 2007

Attorney, Brookhouse & Parise

1988 - 1998

Judicial Court Commissioner, Kenosha County

1985 - 1988

Assistant District Attorney, Kenosha County District Attorneys Office

Associations

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Kenosha County Bar Association

Past President

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Wisconsin vs. Gary Umansky

NOT GUILTY JURY VERDICT

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Education

1985

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Wisconsin Law School

Speaking Engagements

2013

Criminal Justice Program

Criminal Defense

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Languages

English

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