Frank P. Tranchina,

Frank P. Tranchina,

Family Law

3.0 (1 reviews)
Covington, Louisiana
46+ years experience
Tranchina Law LLC
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321 East Kirkland Street, Covington, LA 70433
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Bio

Frank P. Tranchina, Jr., is a partner in the law firm of Tranchina & Mansfield, L.L.C. He received his law degree from Loyola University School of Law in 1979. He is Board Certified in Family Law by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization and is also licensed in the State of California. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is a past chairman of the Family Law sections of the Louisiana State and Jefferson Bar Associations as well as co-chair of the board certification committee for family law practitioners when first introduced to Louisiana. In addition, Mr. Tranchina has been a frequent lecturer at seminars and conferences throughout Louisiana. Since 1995, he has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America and has been identified in Who's Who in American Law since 2000. In 2007, he was inducted into the Academy of Court Appointed Masters. He has also been listed in Louisiana Super Lawyers magazine since its first publication in 2007 and in Northern California Super Lawyers magazine since 2015.Mr. Tranchina was appointed by the Louisiana Supreme Court to the Family Court Rules Committee selected to recommend uniform rules for Family and Domestic Relations Court across the State of Louisiana. He frequently acts as Special Master on complex community property cases and has been appointed by family court judges as an expert witness. In 2014, he was qualified in the Los Angeles Superior Court as an expert on Louisiana law and testified regarding the validity of a transsexual marriage that took place in Louisiana. In 2016, he was also qualified in the Circuit Court of Prince William County, State of Virginia, as an expert in Louisiana Community Property. Mr. Tranchina served as a member of the Marriage - Persons Committee for the Louisiana State Law Institute. Most recently, he has been inducted into the International Academy of Family Lawyers. He has also been named “2019 Lawyer of the Year in Family Law” by Best Lawyers in America. Frank P. Tranchina, Jr., is a partner in the law firm of Tranchina & Mansfield, L.L.C. He received his law degree from Loyola University School of Law in 1979. He is Board Certified in Family Law by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization and is also licensed in the State of California. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is a past chairman of the Family Law sections of the Louisiana State and Jefferson Bar Associations as well as co-chair of the board certification committee for family law practitioners when first introduced to Louisiana. In addition, Mr. Tranchina has been a frequent lecturer at seminars and conferences throughout Louisiana. Since 1995, he has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America and has been identified in Who's Who in American Law since 2000. In 2007, he was inducted into the Academy of Court Appointed Masters. He has also been listed in Louisiana Super Lawyers magazine since its first publication in 2007 and in Northern California Super Lawyers magazine since 2015.Mr. Tranchina was appointed by the Louisiana Supreme Court to the Family Court Rules Committee selected to recommend uniform rules for Family and Domestic Relations Court across the State of Louisiana. He frequently acts as Special Master on complex community property cases and has been appointed by family court judges as an expert witness. In 2014, he was qualified in the Los Angeles Superior Court as an expert on Louisiana law and testified regarding the validity of a transsexual marriage that took place in Louisiana. In 2016, he was also qualified in the Circuit Court of Prince William County, State of Virginia, as an expert in Louisiana Community Property. Mr. Tranchina served as a member of the Marriage - Persons Committee for the Louisiana State Law Institute. Most recently, he has been inducted into the International Academy of Family Lawyers. He has also been named “2019 Lawyer of the Year in Family Law” by Best Lawyers in America.

Practice Areas

Family Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Family Law, New Orleans (2024)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Family Law, New Orleans (2019)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Family Law, New Orleans (2016)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Family Law, New Orleans (2012)
  • Recognized: Family Law
  • Recognized: Family Law Arbitration
  • Practice Area: Family Law Mediation

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1997

Education

  • Loyola University New Orleans, Juris Doctor, graduated 1979
  • Loyola University New Orleans, B.A. Accounting, graduated 1976

Reviews

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Brenda Ward

2 weeks ago

Experienced and capable, but communication could improve

I hired Mr. Tranchina to handle a complex child custody modification after my relocation for work. With his 46 years of experience and multiple 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions in Family Law, I had confidence in his legal expertise, which was well-founded. His deep knowledge of Louisiana family law and his board certification were evident throughout the process. The final outcome was solid and fair. However, my experience was mixed. While his strategic advice was sound, I sometimes felt like just another case file. Communication was not as proactive as I had hoped; responses to emails could take several days, and there were a few instances where I had to follow up multiple times for updates on procedural steps. For straightforward legal matters, his firm grasp of the law from his decades at Tranchina & Mansfield is undeniable. Yet, for clients who prioritize frequent touchpoints and detailed explanations of each step, the service level might feel merely adequate. You are getting a highly qualified attorney, but manage your expectations regarding client communication.

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