The Frankowski Firm - San Francisco, CA
The Frankowski Firm is a nationally recognized investor advocacy and securities litigation practice dedicated to helping victims of stockbroker fraud, financial advisor misconduct, and unsuitability recover financial losses through FINRA arbitration and civil litigation.
Securities Litigation and Investment Loss Recovery in San Francisco
When dishonest financial advisors, careless stockbrokers, or predatory brokerage firms mishandle investor portfolios, individuals and families face devastating financial hardship. The Frankowski Firm delivers committed legal representation to individual and institutional investors throughout San Francisco, Northern California, and across the nation. Situated in San Francisco's Financial District at 201 Mission Street, the firm focuses on uncovering securities fraud and securing financial recovery for wronged investors. Whether you have suffered serious losses due to unauthorized trading, undisclosed conflicts of interest, or high-risk private placements, founding attorney Richard S. Frankowski applies comprehensive trial skills and regulatory knowledge to hold major Wall Street brokerage houses accountable.
Respected Authority in Securities Arbitration and Financial Law
The Frankowski Firm is recognized for its legal scholarship and authoritative grasp of financial disputes. Founding partner Richard Frankowski co-authored two essential books on investor advocacy: The Practitioner's Guide to Securities Arbitration, published by the American Bar Association and used in university law school clinics nationwide, and The Investors' Guide to Protecting Your Financial Future. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors of the Public Investors Advocate Bar Association Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to investor education. When you need an attorney who wrote the textbook on securities claims, The Frankowski Firm provides unmatched knowledge in complex financial and ip lawyers and contract lawyers disputes.
Comprehensive FINRA Arbitration Representation
Because nearly all customer agreements with brokerage firms include mandatory arbitration clauses, traditional courtrooms are generally unavailable for investor claims. Instead, disputes must be resolved before Financial Industry Regulatory Authority arbitration panels. Successfully navigating FINRA arbitration demands procedural precision, strict adherence to the six-year eligibility rule, detailed document discovery, and persuasive evidentiary presentations. As veteran business litigation lawyers, the firm's attorneys have handled hundreds of FINRA arbitrations nationwide, holding brokerage firms and rogue brokers fully liable for financial wrongdoing.
Core Securities Fraud and Investment Misconduct Practice Areas
- Unsuitable investment recommendations: Holding advisors liable when they recommend speculative or illiquid products that conflict with a client's risk tolerance, age, or investment objectives.
- Stockbroker churning: Taking decisive legal action against brokers who execute excessive trades solely to generate commission revenues at the client's expense.
- Breach of fiduciary duty: Demanding full restitution when financial professionals fail to disclose conflicts of interest or prioritize profits over investor welfare.
- Failure to supervise: Pursuing supervisory liability against brokerage firms that neglect to establish and enforce adequate compliance oversight systems.
- Alternative investments and REIT fraud: Resolving investor losses tied to non-traded real estate investment trusts, structured notes, and leveraged funds.
Client-Focused Advocacy on a Contingency Fee Basis
Recovering from substantial financial losses can feel overwhelming, which is why The Frankowski Firm represents clients on a contingency fee arrangement. Under this model, clients owe no attorney fees unless the firm recovers money through a negotiated settlement, mediation, or formal arbitration award. Holding an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo, Richard Frankowski delivers relentless advocacy. If you suspect that broker misconduct diminished your retirement funds, finding a lawyer with proven securities arbitration experience is critical. Contact The Frankowski Firm at their San Francisco office today to request a free and confidential case review.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the vibrant South of Market (SoMa) district of San Francisco, near the Salesforce Transit Center.
Building Location
This office is situated in a 30-story Class A commercial office skyscraper (built in 1981) located at the prominent corner of Mission Street and Beale Street, near the Super Duper Burger.
Parking Details
Onsite valet and covered parking are available within the building's private garage, with additional public parking garages situated nearby.
Public Transit
Served by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Route 14R (Mission Rapid); nearest stop is at Mission & Main.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's grand open-concept lobby on Mission Street. Check in at the security desk and take the high-speed elevators to the 12th floor to find Suite 1203.