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David Brian Franks
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Licensed in Illinois for 36 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1989
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Location
Franks & Rechenberg, P.C.
1301 Pyott Road, Suite 200, Lake in the Hills, IL, 60156
Franks & Rechenberg, P.C.
1689 Curran Road, Suite 200, McHenry, IL, 60050
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David Brian Franks's Reviews
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Posted by Brenda | April 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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David Franks fights for what is fair and what is right. He fights for YOU!
When hiring a lawyer, it's most often never a "great" moment in your life. David Franks has stood by me through the most awful moments of my life. Never once have I felt that Mr. Franks is "in it for the money". I honestly believe Mr. Franks CARES about each and every client he represents. Yes, he c...
Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2015
Highly Recommend
David Franks helped us to deal with criminal charges involving our minor son struggling with a drug addiction. We were extremely happy with his willingness to talk to us as his parents and to keep us informed of everything that was going on. He really advocated for our son to keep him out of jail and...
David Brian Franks's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I've know him for over 20 years. David is very experienced and respected!"
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have worked with David in planning and presenting advanced DUI seminars over the past 2 years. His knowledge of both legal and tactical trial issues is superb."
"David Franks has a well-deserved reputation for success. He knows the law and he works tirelessly for his clients. If you need a lawyer who will stop at nothing to get the best result possible, I would recommend calling David Franks."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Franks is a dedicated attorney with the experience necessary to provide quality representation to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone in need. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Franks is an outstanding lawyer with a true compassion for those he represents. He treats each case like his only case and provides the attention to detail that his clients love. I would refer any client needing criminal defense to Mr. Franks without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Franks is a highly skilled and agressive criminal defense and DUI lawyer. Mr. Franks takes every case seriously and assertes every defense a client may have. He also extremely acting in the legal community serving on several Illinois State Bar Association section councils."
"David Franks is one of Illinois' top DUI defense lawyers. I endorse him."
"Mr. Franks is a tireless champion for those accused of DWI/DUIs. I recommend him without reservation."
"David is a zealous advocate for his clients. Additionally, he stays abreast of current DUI legislation in Illinois and keeps his eyes on trends in DUI law throughout the country."
"Although working many miles apart, David Franks embodies the spirit of a TRIAL lawyer. Through post-law school educational courses, he has prepared himself to do battle against the State in complex cases involving impaired driving (alcohol or drugs) and brings to the table superior skills and a winning attitude that all clients crave. If you face a DUI case in David's area, hire him with the knowledge and confidence that he is going to be your advocate, and do everything possible to find a great solution for your case."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is dependable and prompt. He also is an extremely personable individual who has no obnoxious arrogance about him. I heartily support and endorse David Franks."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. David is persistent and tenacious. He knows the law and his analytical skills are outstanding. He can be reied upon to evaluate your case to identify every possible defense. Due to his vast experience, he can suggest the "best" defenses for any case. He understands what defense stategies work and defenses that should be avoided. I would not hesitate to retain him for myself or my family, if I needed a defense attorney. I highly recommend him."
"Attorney Franks has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to not only competently defend a citizen accused, but rather to aggressively and successfully do so. I can personally attest that he remains on the cutting edge of the law, of the forensic science and of trial advocacy skills. He uses all of these to maximize the chances of obtaining an acceptable result for those who trust him with their case. At the end of the analysis, you, as a potential new client, would do well to not simply call him, but to retain him, listen to him and trust him. It might just be the best decision you have made-ever."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"David is careful, knowledgeable, conscientious and hard-working attorney. I've referred clients to him in the past and never had a client express anything but satisfaction."
"David is a fellow attorney who I have referred many clients to. They have been thrilled with his personal attention and hard work on their behalf. David is one of the few attorneys that, in my 23 years, I have seen who were so willing to invest ALL of their energy into one goal: winning DUI cases. If you have a need for a DUI attorney in McHenry or Lake County, call David Franks. He has served as the chair of the Illinois State Bar Traffic Law Committee, which is one of the highest positions someone in DUI defense can obtain. He just received intensive training in blood alcohol testing, and is unmatched in that regard in Illinois. Call David Franks now."
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Experience
Work Experience
1994 - 1998
Assistant State's Attorney, McHenry County State's Attorney's Office
1990 - 1994
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney"s Office
Associations
2007 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association Criminal Justice Section CouncilMember
2000 - Present
Illinois Bar FoundationFellow
1999 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section CouncilMember
1995 - Present
McHenry County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2007
Illinois State Bar Association ,Traffic Laws and Courts Section CouncilChairman
2005 - 2006
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section CouncilVice-Chair
2004 - 2005
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section CouncilSecretary
1990 - 1999
Illinois State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section CouncilMember
Education
1988
American University, Washington College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Carleton College, Northfield
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
The Hebrew University Jerusalem, Israel
Junior Year Abroad 1978-1979
N/A
Beijing and Fudan Universities People's Republic of China
Summer Law Program 1987
Speaking Engagements
2006
Continuing Legal Education Program, Traffic Law Update Seminar
Outlined New Traffic Law Legislation
2005
Continuing Legal Education Program, DUI Means Defending, Understanding and Innovating Seminar
Outlined New Legislation Regarding DUI Sentencing Provisions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers