About F. Emmett Fitzpatrick
Lived 1930 – 2014 (aged 84). F. Emmett Fitzpatrick was an American lawyer.
F. Emmett Fitzpatrick Jr. (March 20, 1930 – September 2, 2014) was an American politician, attorney and professor. A noted criminal defense attorney, he served as the District Attorney of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, between 1974 and 1978.
Early life and education Fitzpatrick was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and received his BA in political science from Saint Joseph's University (then known as Saint Joseph's College) in 1952. He received his LL.B. degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1955.
Professional career Fitzpatrick initially gained notoriety through his representation of defendants in several high-profile federal criminal cases, including Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act-related prosecutions. He went on to win the election handily,
Portrayal in the media
In the 2019 film The Irishman, Fitzpatrick is portrayed by Stephen Mailer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was F. Emmett Fitzpatrick?
District Attorney of Philadelphia (1930-2014)
When was F. Emmett Fitzpatrick born?
F. Emmett Fitzpatrick was born on 20 March 1930 in Philadelphia.
When did F. Emmett Fitzpatrick die?
F. Emmett Fitzpatrick died on 2 September 2014 in Cape May Court House.
What was F. Emmett Fitzpatrick's occupation?
F. Emmett Fitzpatrick was a lawyer.
What nationality was F. Emmett Fitzpatrick?
F. Emmett Fitzpatrick was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: F. Emmett Fitzpatrick
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