Franqui-Ann Raffaele
Franqui has been practicing law since 2020, bringing 6 years of dedicated experience to clients in estate planning, estate administration, elder law, and Orphans Court litigation. Throughout her career, she has developed a reputation for professionalism, compassion, and leadership within the legal community.
Franqui takes great pride in her work with the Montgomery County Orphans’ Court, where she is regularly appointed as Court-Appointed Legal Counsel for Alleged Incapacitated and Incapacitated Persons in guardianship matters. Her repeated appointments by the Court reflect confidence in her sound judgment and dedicated advocacy.
Beyond her legal practice, Franqui Is deeply committed to community education and service she frequently presents programs to the public on topics such as the state planning, estate administration elder law and orphans court topics. in addition she often represents the Montgomery Bar Association at senior fairs throughout the county engaging with community members and providing valuable legal information.
Her dedication to service further includes organizing and participating in pro bono wills clinics across Montgomery County and serving as the Zone 9 Co-Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Wills For Heroes program.
In addition to her client work Frankie is deeply involved in mentoring and professional development. She is a very active Member of the Montgomery Bar Association, where she participates as a Co-chair of the elder law committee and assists with the bar associations publication the Sidebar. Additionally, as a member of the young lawyers section, Franqui enjoys assisting with and participating in the Pennsylvania Bar Association high school mock trial competition, which holds a regional competition in Montgomery County every January through February. She is also a graduate of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Bar Leadership Institute for the 2023-2024 class and the Montgomery Bar Association Leadership Institute Academy Class of 2024.
Her achievements have been recognized through numerous honors, including the Widener University Commonwealth Law School Outstanding Service Award and Outstanding Clinical Advocacy Award (May 2020), induction into the Order of the Barristers (May 2020), recognition of her pro-bono service from the Montgomery Bar Association (2023) and selection as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star in Estate & Probate for 2025 and 2026. She has also presented at the NALS of PA Education Conference, including her presentation titled “Knives Out and the Importance of Estate Planning Documents.
Professional Affiliations
Franqui maintains active involvement in several professional organizations, including:
- Montgomery Bar Association
- Past Young Lawyers Section Chair (2025)
- Sidebar Committee, Co-Chair
- Elder Law Committee, Co-Chair
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Elder Law Capitol Review Committee Member
- Elder Law Counsel Member
- NAELA / PAELA, Member
- Montgomery County Estate Planning Counsel, Member
Education & Certifications
Franqui is a graduate of Souderton Area High School (2013). She earned her Bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Philosophy with minors in Applied Ethics, History, and Gender Studies from Ursinus College (2017). She received her Juris Doctorate from Widener University Commonwealth Law School (2020) followed by an LL.M. in Tax from Temple University Beasley School of Law (2024).
She also holds the following certifications:
- Estate Planning Certificate, Temple University Beasley School of Law
- Trial Advocacy Certificate, Widener Commonwealth Law School
- Notary Public
Why She Chose the Law
While Franqui-Ann Raffaele always dreamed of becoming a lawyer—sparked early on by watching Law & Order and admiring the pursuit of justice—her true calling emerged during college. When her grandmother suffered a fall, her family faced the overwhelming reality of estate planning and future care. A local attorney stepped in, traveling to her grandparents’ home to prepare estate planning documents. Shortly thereafter, her grandmother developed dementia and passed away within months; her grandfather passed the following year.
That attorney handled every legal detail, allowing her mother—an only child—to focus on grieving rather than navigating complex legal matters alone. Witnessing this experience firsthand left a lasting impression. It solidified her desire to practice estate planning, estate administration, and elder law, helping families find peace of mind during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Outside the Office
You can often find Franqui at home, enjoying a good book or trying a new baking recipe. She loves exploring new creative hobbies, such as felting, crocheting, and calligraphy to name a few. One of her happiest accomplishments is making pasta from scratch for a pasta night with friends. Much of her free time is spent with her husband, her three dogs – Winston, Margo and Honey – or her family and friends. When not at home, Franqui enjoys organizing brunch clubs, attending concerts of her favorite bands, or exploring the local shops.
Take the First Step Toward Peace of Mind
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