Frank Cece Jr.

Frank Cece Jr.

also known as CECE LAW

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Palos Heights, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury

7808 W. College Drive, Suite 4SE, Palos Heights, IL

About Frank

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

35 years | 1,000 cases

90%
Divorce and Separation 5%

15 years | 20 cases

5%
Personal Injury 5%

24 years | 30 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 34 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1991

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Frank Cece

7808 W. College Drive, Suite 4SE, Palos Heights, IL, 60463

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Frank Cece Jr.'s Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jamie | October 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best decision I made

Frank Cece was incredibly knowledgeable and provided an excellent defense for my unusual and somewhat complicated case. He traveled almost two hours outside of the City to defend me after hearing the details of my case. Often times (perhaps because he was a visiting attorney in my relatively smal...l community), he was not provided the requested or required information from the prosecuting attorneys in advance of a court date making it necessary for him to act quick and sometimes only have a short time after arriving for court to prepare, yet he was brilliant and always provided an excellent defense. He truly cares about his clients and although I hope to never need an attorney again, I would not hesitate to utilize his services or recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Eligio | December 11, 2012

My experience with Frank Cece Jr. was worth the wait.

This case was a process. The Justice system did not make it for easy for Frank or I. We started with the preliminary hearing. In this hearing during the cross examination he caught the officers in lies. It was obvious that the officer didn't remember his lies; unfortunately, this case was continued a...nd sent to 26th and California to be heard with Judge Margaret Brosnahan. Next, Frank filed a motion for dismissal. Once again in this hearing the officer was caught in lies and couldn't recall his actions. With the officers testimony not making any sense; the motion was still denied. During the preliminary and the motion hearings I did not get to speak. I had to sit patiently and listen to a story that never occurred. At this point, we realize we did not have a chance with a bench trial so we decided to go with a jury trial. This case was continusely continued over a period of two years. At times I would tell Frank if he could speed it up the case. He stressed to me that this was a process and to let him do the worring. He assurred me that I would have my day in court to speak. When that day came I spoke and it was real testimony. I was loud during the testimony due to me patiently waiting for two years. The state tried to use that against me. Frank stressed to the jury that they witnessed a real testimony; fortunately, the jury felt my pain and suffering. After three hours of deliberation the verdict came in not guilty. Frank Cece Jr. was worth the wait and I would recommend him to others.

Posted by Sean | December 10, 2012

The Singleton / Sargent Family Review

I first met Mr. Ce Ce Through my wife. I was going through a difficult Child custody battle with my ex wife And my current wife new a criminal lawyer named Frank Ce Ce so She decided to give Mr Ce Ce a call to see if he knew any good family practice lawyers and he told her that he had just started on... family practice law and with out no hesitation my wife retain him she told me that she had already knew him and his work and he was very good at what he do and we set out for a year and a half work on my case and we won or should I say he was the case for me. I would like to say thank you too Mr Frank Ce Ce For a job well done I could never got a better lawyer he is and will always be the best in my book And again thank you Frank for everything you've done for me my son and my wife.

Posted by Ron | December 7, 2012

Very Satisfied Client

I felt like I was fighting a losing battle when someone told me about Mr. Cece. During our consultation it was easy to see that he would be the perfect attorney to handle my case. His explanation of the law regarding my case and the excitement he displayed assured me that I could trust him and no l...onger worry. Everything went as planned and explained and the case was over. Mr. Cece delivered as promised!!!!!

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Andy Sotiropoulos

Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Outstanding defense attorney. Highly respected in the legal community. Sterling reputation. I endorse Frank Cece."

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Dan Tsataros

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank Cece Jr. is a fabulous attorney that I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with for over 20 years! Frank is an amazing litigator who has the intellect to think quickly on his feet to make impromptu arguments and object to inappropriate testimony! Additionally, Frank is a fantastic attorney who can assist clients with personal injury cases!"

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Eric Stepanov

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I sincerely endorse Mr. Cece Jr. He is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who is an active member in the avvo community. I enjoy reading his input on various issues and highly recommend him."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

2021 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

2020 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

2019 Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1992 - 2002

Assistant States Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office, Chicago, Il

Associations

1992 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

People of the State of Illinois v. M.C.

Not Guilty

People of the State of Illinois v. E.T. and I.C.

Verdict: Not Guilty

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Education

1991

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Loyola University Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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