Robert W. Frank

Robert W. Frank

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

3.0 (1 reviews)
San Diego, California
45+ years experience
Chihak & Associates
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12555 High Bluff Drive, Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92130
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Bio

Robert Frank, Senior Trial Lawyer, joined Neil Dymott in 1980. He has been a shareholder in the law firm since 1988. Mr. Frank specializes in civil litigation defense trial work and administrative licensing hearings for various types of healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on medical, dental, chiropractic and nursing specialties. He also handles a variety of other general civil litigation including, professional liability, medical malpractice and administrative licensing matters as well as medical staff privilege issues.Since joining Neil Dymott, Mr. Frank has tried over 60 cases to jury verdict in State and Federal Courts and has handled over 100 healthcare professional licensing matters, including numerous successful trials and appeals of those cases. He served as a Board member, President and Vice President of the San Diego Defense Lawyers from 1993 to 1997 and is an elected member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Frank is past director of the San Diego County Barristers Club and currently is a faculty member of the San Diego Inn of Court College of Trial Advocacy.Mr. Frank was named one of San Diego's Top Attorneys in Insurance Law by the San Diego Daily Transcript in 2006 and 2011 and has been selected as one of San Diego'sSuper Lawyers by the publishers of Law & Politics Magazine since 2007. In 2008, he was selected as on of San Diego's "Top 50" Super Lawyers. Since 2009, he has been named by his peers as one of San Diego's Top Lawyers in San Diego Magazine and has been named annually by his peers since 2008 as among the Best Lawyers of America® for Professional and Malpractice Law.The San Diego Superior Court has appointed Mr. Frank as an arbitrator in civil cases and he has served as a private mediator and arbitrator in other civil cases. Aside from practicing law, he is an avid surfer, enjoys golf and spending time with his children and friends. Robert Frank, Senior Trial Lawyer, joined Neil Dymott in 1980. He has been a shareholder in the law firm since 1988. Mr. Frank specializes in civil litigation defense trial work and administrative licensing hearings for various types of healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on medical, dental, chiropractic and nursing specialties. He also handles a variety of other general civil litigation including, professional liability, medical malpractice and administrative licensing matters as well as medical staff privilege issues.Since joining Neil Dymott, Mr. Frank has tried over 60 cases to jury verdict in State and Federal Courts and has handled over 100 healthcare professional licensing matters, including numerous successful trials and appeals of those cases. He served as a Board member, President and Vice President of the San Diego Defense Lawyers from 1993 to 1997 and is an elected member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Frank is past director of the San Diego County Barristers Club and currently is a faculty member of the San Diego Inn of Court College of Trial Advocacy.Mr. Frank was named one of San Diego's Top Attorneys in Insurance Law by the San Diego Daily Transcript in 2006 and 2011 and has been selected as one of San Diego'sSuper Lawyers by the publishers of Law & Politics Magazine since 2007. In 2008, he was selected as on of San Diego's "Top 50" Super Lawyers. Since 2009, he has been named by his peers as one of San Diego's Top Lawyers in San Diego Magazine and has been named annually by his peers since 2008 as among the Best Lawyers of America® for Professional and Malpractice Law.The San Diego Superior Court has appointed Mr. Frank as an arbitrator in civil cases and he has served as a private mediator and arbitrator in other civil cases. Aside from practicing law, he is an avid surfer, enjoys golf and spending time with his children and friends. Robert Frank, Senior Trial Lawyer, joined Neil Dymott in 1980. He has been a shareholder in the law firm since 1988. Mr. Frank specializes in civil litigation defense trial work and administrative licensing hearings for various types of healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on medical, dental, chiropractic and nursing specialties. He also handles a variety of other general civil litigation including, professional liability, medical malpractice and administrative licensing matters as well as medical staff privilege issues. Since joining Neil Dymott, Mr. Frank has tried over 60 cases to jury verdict in State and Federal Courts and has handled over 100 healthcare professional licensing matters, including numerous successful trials and appeals of those cases. He served as a Board member, President and Vice President of the San Diego Defense Lawyers from 1993 to 1997 and is an elected member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Frank is past director of the San Diego County Barristers Club and currently is a faculty member of the San Diego Inn of Court College of Trial Advocacy. Mr.

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, San Diego (2020)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, San Diego (2019)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, San Diego (2017)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, San Diego (2015)
  • Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Recognized: Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Practice Area: Administrative / Regulatory Law
  • Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law
  • Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
  • Practice Area: Professional Malpractice Law
  • Practice Area: Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Special Focus: Dental
  • Special Focus: Medical Negligence

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

  • University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1980

Reviews

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Ryan Rogers

2 weeks ago

A competent and experienced defense attorney

I engaged Robert Frank of Chihak & Associates to defend my small medical practice in a professional liability claim. With his 45 years of experience and recognition as a Lawyer of the Year in this field, I was confident in his litigation strategy. His deep knowledge of civil defense work from his decades at Neil Dymott was evident, and the case was resolved satisfactorily. However, the experience was not without its frustrations. Communication was sometimes delayed, with responses taking several days during non-critical phases, which added to my stress. While his expertise is undeniable, managing client expectations and accessibility could be improved. For straightforward defense matters where you need a seasoned litigator, he is capable, but be prepared for a more traditional, less immediately responsive client service approach.

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