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Former 10th Circuit Judge Frank Ierulli Joins Heyl Royster's Peoria Office

Posted on January 21, 2025 at 8:30 AM by Heyl Royster

Peoria, IL – January 16, 2025 – Heyl Royster, a leading regional law firm with over 100 attorneys, is pleased to announce that esteemed former 10th Circuit Judge Frank Ierulli will join its Peoria office as Of Counsel Attorney, effective Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Frank Ierulli brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished reputation in the legal community to Heyl Royster. With a comprehensive background in civil and criminal law, administrative hearings, and community relations, he will primarily support the firm's litigation and governmental practices.

Ierulli was selected and appointed as a Circuit Judge by the Illinois Supreme Court, where he presided over complex civil cases, including medical malpractice and significant commercial disputes. His judicial career includes assignments in various courtrooms within the Tenth Judicial Circuit, covering Law, Traffic, and Juvenile.

Prior to his judicial appointment, Ierulli held the position of Shareholder at Howard & Howard, focusing on litigation and governmental law. He provided legal representation to businesses and financial institutions in state and federal courts. He also represented local governmental entities, including the Airport Authorities, Municipalities, Townships, Water Districts, and Election Commissions.

Ierulli's experience also includes serving in the Peoria County State's Attorney's office, holding a number of positions, including Chief of the Juvenile Division, Felony Prosecutor, Administrative Prosecutor, and Chief of the Civil Division. His prosecutorial work involved managing a significant caseload of serious criminal cases, including murder and felonies, as well as juvenile delinquency and abuse cases. As Chief of the Civil Division, he represented the County of Peoria in state and federal court. 

In addition to his extensive legal background, Ierulli was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves, where he served in the Judge Advocate General Corps.

"We are very excited and more than a little honored that Frank would choose to join our law firm," said Tobin Taylor, Managing Partner at Heyl Royster. "Frank is a very well-respected lawyer and jurist in Peoria. We are looking forward to this next chapter of Frank’s esteemed legal career and eagerly anticipating his contributions in the representation of our clients."

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