Francis C. Lipuma

Francis C. Lipuma

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 39 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Litigation

105 W Adams St Fl 35, Chicago, IL

About Francis

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

Criminal defense trials and appeals

80%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 39 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1986

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Francis C Lipuma

105 W Adams St Fl 35, Chicago, IL, 60603-6223

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Francis C. Lipuma's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | May 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Best of the Best

Frank is a brilliant attorney. I have seen dozens of attorneys in a courtroom during trials and Frank Li Puma is by far the absolute best trial attorney in the State of Illinois. Not only is he outstanding with his oral arguments, but his strong point is in his writings of filings and appeals.... He knows the law as well as judges and prosecutors. In fact, judges, attorneys, and police officers have consulted and hired him for legal matters when they have found themselves on the “other side” of the law. I have known and used Frank’s services for over 10 years and have referred several clients to him that have been as equally satisfied with his work as I have been. If you have a criminal or civil matter in any court you need to contact Frank Li Puma. He will give you the best legal advice and all of your options to resolve your case however you decide. His advice and fees are sound and fair.

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Jennifer Wirth

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Before becoming an attorney, I was a law clerk for Frank and I have kept in touch with him throughout the years. I have personally seen his work ethic and his exceptional level of loyalty to his clients. Frank is very knowledgeable on criminal law and goes to the wall to ensure every client receives the best possible result. He is thorough and dedicated in his representation of clients. I have been practicing law for nearly fifteen years and many of the best lessons that I carry with me as an attorney were learned from Frank. I would have no reservation in referring any criminal matter to him. He is an A+ player in his field."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

1997

The Walter J. Cummings Award, Federal Bar Association (Chicago chapter)

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Francis C. Lipuma

1990 - 1995

Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney's Office

1988 - 1990

Associate, Mayer Brown & Platt

1986 - 1988

Law Clerk, U.S. Court Of Appeals 5th Circuit

Associations

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

1986

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

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