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Franklyn M. Gimbel 
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Founding Partner
phone (414) 271-1440
fax (414) 271-7680
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Franklyn Gimbel founded the law firm after serving as an Assistant United States Attorney from 1963 through 1968. His experience as a federal prosecutor has proven invaluable in developing a successful private criminal defense law practice. Over the years, Frank has expanded his practice into civil litigation, including complex business, employment, communications, and First Amendment cases. Frank has represented small businesses and large corporations, and has represented individuals ranging from the working men and women who watch him on Fox 6 Wake Up News on Friday mornings, to judges, CEOs and other professionals. No person's problem is too insignificant or too complicated. Outside of the courtroom, Frank has established an impressive record of community service. In May 1994, he was appointed to a three-year term on the Wisconsin Center District Board of Directors by then Governor Tommy G. Thompson. Under his guidance, the District completed the construction, renovation, and financing of the buildings which form the core of Milwaukee's convention business, the Midwest Airlines Center, the U.S. Cellular Arena, and the Milwaukee Theatre. He was elected Chairperson at its first meeting and continues serving in that capacity.

Areas of Practice:
Criminal Law
Complex Civil Litigation
Employment Law
Litigation Percentage:
75% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Wisconsin, 1960
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin, 1960
U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 1960
U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1963
U.S. Supreme Court, 1966
Education:
Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1960
J.D.


University of Wisconsin, 1958
B.B.A.


Classes/Seminars Taught:
"Plaintiff's Perspective on Police Officer's Liability"


"Caseload Management: Managing Your Calendar; Managing Your Time"


"What's Good About Being a Criminal Defense Attorney?"


"Advice From the Experts & Successful Strategies for Winning Commercial Cases in Federal Courts"


"Representing Professionals in Criminal Cases"


Honors and Awards:
Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyer


Fellow, American Bar Foundation


Fellow, Wisconsin Law Foundation


Charles L. Goldberg Distinguished Service Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Legal Profession, Wisconsin Law Foundation, 2002


Judge Myron L. Gordon Lifetime Achievement Award, Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association, 2003


Milwaukee Bar Association Lawyer of the Year, 1989 - 1998


Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Leadership Award, 1987


"The Defender" William Coffey Memorial Award for Professionalism in Field of Criminal Law, 2005


United States Attorney General Superior Performance Award, 1967


Community Service Human Relations Award, Milwaukee Jewish Committee, 2002


Named one of the "Best Lawyers in America" for Criminal Defense, 1983 - Present


Named one of Milwaukee's Best Lawyers for Criminal Law by Milwaukee Magazine


Professional Associations and Memberships:
State Bar of Wisconsin, 1986 - 1987
President


State Bar of Wisconsin, 1977 - 1983
Board of Governors


State Bar of Wisconsin, 1981 - 1982
Chairman/Board of Governors


Milwaukee Bar Association
Member


Milwaukee Bar Association, 1976 - 1977
President


Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association
Member


Pro Bono Activities:
Chairman, Board of Directors, Wisconsin Center District (Owner/ Operator of Midwest Airlines Center, US Cellular Arena, and Milwaukee Theatre), 1994 - Present
Director, Greater Milwaukee Foundation Board, 2000 - Present
Director, Equal Justice Coalition
Member, Spirit of Milwaukee Board of Directors
Member, Downtown Rotary Club
President, Downtown Rotary Club, 2000 - 2001
Vice Chairman, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, 1977 - 1982
Director, Federal Defender Board, State of Wisconsin
Member, Greater Milwaukee Committee

Wisconsin Lawyer magazine quotes:
“In our practices, we are the problem solvers and the professional advisors. We provide the shoulders that are leaned on and the hands that are held when people face serious issues.”

Office Location

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP
TWO PLAZA EAST, SUITE 1170
330 EAST KILBOURN AVENUE
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN 53202
P: 414-271-1440
F: 414-271-7680
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