
General Practice With Focus On Federal Sentencing Proceedings: Mitigation services for federal criminal court proceedings, including the preparation of sentencing memoranda, suggested sentencing departures and Bureau of Prisons designations. These services are particularly important in light of constantly evolving federal sentencing law. From L to R: Frank J. Riccio*,
STATE AND FEDERAL CRIMINAL LAW in the State of Connecticut
Experienced Connecticut Civil and Criminal Trial Attorneys
The Law Offices of Frank J. Riccio LLC, located in Bridgeport, CT, and is comprised of a team of highly skilled, experienced and hardworking professionals. If you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with a crime in any city/town in the State of Connecticut, please call our firm - an experienced criminal defense law firm.
Mr. Riccio understands that much of the fear and anxiety involved with the legal system are the result of dealing with the unknown. He can greatly reduce your anxiety by taking the time to listen to your issues, carefully explaining the legal process and your options to you, while reassuring you that you will receive the highest quality legal representation you seek and deserve.
For more information about Connecticut state and federal criminal law or our other practice areas (personal injury, Workers' Compensation, Family Law/Divorce, Real Estate), or to discuss your legal issues, please call us at 203-333-6135 (always 24 hours a day), email us (ricciolaw@yahoo.com) or fill in the intake form. Every client who retains our services is important, and we will zealously fight to defend your interests. If you want the best defense, then contact us for a free face-to-face consultation.
Significant areas of legal expertise:
Criminal Federal Charges: Mail Fraud, Wire Fraud, Bank Fraud, Health Care Fraud, Hobbs Act Extortion, Possession and Delivery of Controlled Substances, Conspiracy and RICO Violations, Bank Robbery, Tax Offenses, Immigration and Unlawful Re-entry, Public Corruption and Embezzlement, Money Laundering, Theft of Stolen Government Property, Software and Copyright Piracy, Internet Solicitation, Pornography Possession and Distribution, Failure to Surrender, Criminal Contempt and Supervised Release Violations.
Connecticut Criminal State Charges: Possession and Distribution of Controlled Substances, Murder, Robbery, Assault and Battery, Sex Charges, Gun Possession, RICO/CORA, Theft, Forgery, Domestic Violence, Felonies, Misdemeanors, Violations of Probation, DUI/DWI, Solicitation, Prostitution, Bond and Preliminary Hearings.
Investigations and Grand Jury Subpoenas: Federal and State Grand Jury Investigations, Investigations by FBI, DEA, ATF, Homeland Security/ICE, US Postal Inspector, US Treasury, US Secret Service, US Department of Justice, IRS, SEC, US Inspector’s General, CT State Police, CT Chief State's Attorney, CT Attorney General and Numerous Local Connecticut Police Agencies.
Our Firm Consists Of:
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Frank J. Riccio, Esq. is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy. Throughout his career, he has tried over 250 criminal trials to a conclusion, with the overwhelming majority being homicide cases. Mr. Riccio is heavily involved in white collar criminal defense as well as the defense of drug felonies and violent felonies at both the trial and appellate levels in state and federal courts. He has run a successful practice since his career began in 1968.
Frank J. Riccio II, Esq. also represents individuals in numerous criminal and civil investigations. His expertise is in defending criminal defendants in various matters, including drug crime and white collar crime, in state and federal courts. He is learned in federal sentencing issues, including those relating to the United States Sentencing Guidelines. He is presently a member of the Connecticut Statewide Grievance Panel.
Frank J. MacPhail, Esq. provides his clients with strong criminal defense skills, and he includes in his areas of practice the following: real estate transactions, personal injury and Workers' Compensation.
Frank J. Riccio II^,
Frank J. MacPhail (not pictured)
*Attorney Riccio is licensed to practice in CT and NY. He is Board Certified In Criminal Trial Advocacy.
*Attorney Riccio has been honored in the following publications:
2007, 2008, 2009 New England Super Lawyers º and
2008, 2009, 2010 Connecticut Super Lawyers º.
^Attorney Riccio II has been honored in the following publications:
2010 New England Super Lawyers Rising Stars º and 2010 Connecticut Super Lawyers Rising Stars º.

LAW OFFICES OF FRANK J. RICCIO LLC
923 East Main Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
Phone: (203) 333-6135
Fax: (203) 333-6190
Email: Ricciolaw@yahoo.com
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Attorney Riccio's Criminal Board Certification
may be obtained by contacting
The National Institute of Trial Advocacy.
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