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Frank A. Sommario, Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp

Practicing personal injury in Chicago since 2000.

26+
Years practicing
3
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Frank A. Sommario is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Frank has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Romanucci & Blandin LLC.

Based in
Chicago, ILLINOIS
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

About Frank A. Sommario: Frank A. Sommario is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Frank has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Romanucci & Blandin LLC.

Areas of practice

Frank's practice areas in Chicago

Frank concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frank handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois

Frank takes personal injury matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Frank agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Chicago, Illinois

Frank takes workers comp matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Frank agrees to represent you.

Biography

Frank A. Sommario, personal injury attorney serving Chicago

Frank A. Sommario is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Frank has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Romanucci & Blandin LLC. Frank works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on personal injury matters across the region.

Frank A. Sommario is a Partner at Romanucci & Blandin, LLC in Chicago, where he practices as a petitioner's workers' compensation lawyer. Frank was admitted to the Bar in Illinois (2000), Minnesota (2001), and District of Columbia (2001). He received his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in 2000. He is a Certified Public Accountant (1998), who received his Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Accounting from DePaul University in 1997. He became a Registered Investment Advisor in 2003.

In addition to practicing law, Frank is active in several professional organizations. He has served two three-year terms on the Board of Governors of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA). He acted as the Board Liaison to the Workers' Compensation Law Section Council, the Federal Taxation Section Council, and the Standing Committee on Law Office Management & Economics. He is a Silver Fellow of the Illinois Bar Foundation, the charitable arm of the ISBA.

Frank was recently appointed to the ITLA Board of Managers in 2016. Frank is the 2016-17 President of the Justinian Society of Lawyers. He has served on the Executive Committee since 2009, and was elected Secretary in 2011. In addition, he has served as the Treasurer of the Justinian Society Endowment Fund since 2012.

Frank is also a past President of the Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association (WCLA), where he currently acts as the Comptroller. He is also a member of the national trial lawyers association (AAJ). He is a member of the alumni associations of DePaul University, DePaul University College of Law, and Fenwick High School.

For his successes representing injury victims, Frank was named an Illinois' Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers ® for the years 2016-2017. He was previously named an Illinois’ Rising Star by Super Lawyers ® for the years 2010-2015. He also was also named a Leading Lawyer in 2016-2017 and an Emerging Lawyer in 2015 by Law Bulletin Publishing Company’s Leading Lawyers Division. In addition, in 2012, Frank was named one of 40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch by Law Bulletin Publishing Company. In 2015, Frank was appointed to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) Rules Committee by Chairman Joann Fratianni. Frank also sits on the Board of Directors of the Synapse House, which works with individuals who have suffered from traumatic brain injuries and strokes.

Born in Melrose Park, Illinois, Frank was raised by his parents, Frank, a Lieutenant in the Melrose Park Police Department, and Mary Jo, a librarian for School District 89. Frank currently resides in Elmhurst with his wife, Gina, and children, Angelina, Isabella, Sophia, and Frank, Jr.

Frank's approach to personal injury cases

Frank A. Sommario is a Partner at Romanucci & Blandin, LLC in Chicago, where he practices as a petitioner's workers' compensation lawyer. Frank was admitted to the Bar in Illinois (2000), Minnesota (2001), and District of Columbia (2001). He received his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in 2000. He is a Certified Public Accountant (1998), who received his Bachelor’s degree in…

Clients Frank works with

Frank reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Frank studied and practices

  • DePaul University

    J.D. · 2000

Jurisdictions

Frank's state bar admissions

  • Minnesota

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2000 · ACTIVE

Frank studied at J.D. in DePaul University.

Law school and academic background

Frank completed J.D. in DePaul University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Frank runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Frank's legal honors and published work

Frank has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Frank A. Sommario's office in Chicago

Frank's primary office is at 321 North Clark Street, Suite 900, Chicago, Illinois, 60654. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Romanucci & Blandin LLC

321 North Clark Street, Suite 900

Chicago, Illinois 60654

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Hiring guide

How to hire Frank A. Sommario — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Frank usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Frank charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Frank will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Frank

Frank discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Frank confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Frank's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Frank A. Sommario

  • How much does it cost to hire Frank for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Frank walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Frank offer a free consultation?

    Frank charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Frank's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Frank gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Frank take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Frank is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Frank will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Frank?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Frank will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Frank accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Frank's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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