Quality Representation for the People of Northern Illinois
Building on a 40-year tradition as a trusted legal resource in the Marengo, Illinois, area, the people of Franks, Gerkin & McKenna, P.C., are devoted to helping clients overcome imposing challenges and make sound decisions.
Our attorneys are assertive negotiators and tenacious advocates. We put diligent research, detail-conscious execution and advanced information technology to work wherever they serve your interests. When you need to know your legal options and want counsel you can trust, please contact us to arrange a free initial consultation.
Attentive, Results-Focused Work Across Many Legal Areas
We are a full-service law firm, both in how we work with our clients and the range of matters we handle. Our credentials and track record of success enable us to thoroughly assess your needs and provide representation in personal, family and business matters across a wide spectrum. We handle:
- Workers' compensation claims, appeals and litigation to help victims of on-the-job injuries and occupational diseases
- Personal injury cases arising from all types of car and other motor vehicle accidents, as well as dangerous products, unsafe property conditions and other instances of negligence
- Business formation and transactions — including entity selection, contract negotiations, residential and commercial real estate sales and purchases, collections and other financial issues
- Family law matters including defense of client rights on commonly disputed issues of divorce, child custody, spousal support and property division, as well as offering sound counsel for guardianships and adoptions
- Estate planning and probate matters, including development of complex trusts for asset protection, estate administration services and litigation of disputes
- Criminal defense for adults and juveniles facing a range of misdemeanor and felony charges, as well as DUI and traffic violations defense
- Commercial/Real Estate Transactions
- Litigation
- Bankruptcy
Call (815) 923-2107 To Discuss Your Legal Needs, Free of Charge
We build lasting relationships by listening carefully to the people we serve and responding with honest, straightforward counsel. It comes naturally for our lawyers and staff to provide genuine compassion as we work toward delivering favorable results through our services, negotiations and trial skills. Please contact us to discuss your current challenges and how we may be able to help.


