Frank Cece Jr.
Criminal Defense Attorney | Former cook county Prosecutor
Attorney Frank Cece grew up in the N.W. Suburbs of Chicago. He received his B.A. from Loyola University and his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School. As a dedicated Illinois attorney specializing in criminal defense, Attorney Cece was sworn in as an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in 1992, where he prosecuted a wide range of criminal cases for ten years, addressing all violent crimes and murders. In 2002, Attorney Cece transitioned from the State’s Attorney’s Office to start his own practice.
CECE LAW was established, marking the beginning of his nearly 25 years of experience in successfully defending clients, including those facing personal injury claims and other legal challenges. Attorney Cece continues to thrive in the courtroom, fiercely protecting his clients’ rights and freedoms. His passion for justice is evident in the positive results he consistently achieves for his clients.
BAR ADMISSIONS:
State of Illinois, 1991
U.S. District Court N.E. District, Chicago, 1992
U.S. District Court N.E. Chicago, District Trial Bar, 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit, 1992
EDUCATION:
J.D. The John Marshall Law School, 1991
B.A. Loyola University Chicago, 1987
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Member of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (N.A.C.D.L.)
Member of American Bar Association (A.B.A.)
Member of Chicago Bar Association (C.B.A.)
AWARDS/HONORS:
Recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2019 thru 2026, consecutively, based upon peer reviews. This honor is given to the top 5% of lawyers.
