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Biography
I am a fomer prosecuter with over 10 years and 100 trials worth of experience. As a prosecutor I handled thousands of criminal cases. Having played on both sides of the field helps me anticipate what the other side is thinking.
Since becoming a defense attorney I have secured hundreds of dismissals and favorable verdicts for my clients. I pride myself on my tenacity and results. In my practice I treat everyone with respect and courtesy and in turn they trust and respect me.
-Christopher B. Coughlin
Christopher B. Coughlin is a former prosecutor and seasoned criminal and DUI defense lawyer.
Christopher B. Coughlin is a former prosecutor and seasoned criminal defense lawyer.
Christopher B. Coughlin is a former prosecutor and seasons DUI defense lawyer. Over 100 DUI trials.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
20 years | 2,500 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
20 years | 2,500 cases
Sex Crime
10%
20 years
Violent Crime
10%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2021 2018
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Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 19 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Hampshire for 19 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Coughlin Law Group PC
(855) 758-8811
Fax
98 N Washington Street, Suite B3, Boston, MA, 02114
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Punctuality
Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Accountant
Chris is an excellent Lawyer. He handled my case in all seriousness, he made me feel like I was his only client. When I had questions about the proceedings, he would keep me update on everything and answered all questions in a timely manner. I was able to get my case dismissed, keeping my record clea...
Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
DUI case
When you need a defense attorney, it's never a good situation. Stressed and depressed about my legal issue, I went on a wild goose chase to find an attorney to represent me. Chris not only returned my phone call right away (when several other lawyers didn't), he met my husband and me on a rainy Su...
Posted by Jacqueline | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Awesome Job
Atty Christopher Coughlin was retained in 2015 for a family member. Contact - call backs were prompt. Appt. - on scheduled date & on time. Speech - very articulate in speaking. Tone- voice pronounced at an exceptional volume to be heard in the court room without being asked to repeat t...
Christopher Coughlin
Replied last November 15, 2017These cases were in Wareham District Court. Both cases were difficult as multiple people had called the police to report an erratic operator. We were very happy with the result.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Won my case.
Initial contact with Chris was at 2am at the Police Station where I was taken into custody. It was then that I knew that Chris really cared about my situation - who would leave their family and home in the early morning hours to see a client and not even sure he would be the one to take the job? I w...
Christopher B. Coughlin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Coughlin is a first rate criminal defense attorney. He is tireless in defense of his clients. I endorse Attorney Coughlin for all criminal defense matters."
"Simply said, Christopher is a great DUI lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I enthusiastically endorse this attorney. He is an outspoken advocate and credit to the profession."
"Chris has a great instinct for picking out winning arguments, and he convincingly conveys these arguments to judge and jury. I have had the good fortune of working with Chris for the past several years, including second-seating him on trial. He has always impressed me with his preparation, and he expects excellence from himself and those around him. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Christopher Coughlin is a seasoned trial attorney with years more trial experience than many attorneys twice his senior."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Christopher Coughlin is an incredible lawyer with excellent criminal trial experience. I have seen him zealously advocate for his clients and his cross-examination skills are great. He gets results. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Christopher B. Coughlin is an exceptional trial attorney who truly cares for each one of his clients. I endorse this lawyer, and the law firm of Milligan Coughlin, LLC."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Chris is my law partner. I endorse him not only for that reason, but because I see on a daily basis how focused and persistent he is for his clients. He'll cross examine someone for days and its great to watch."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Boston Magazine
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Boston Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Boston Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Boston Magazine
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Coughlin Law Group, PC
2014 - Present
Instructor, Harvard Law School
2009 - 2015
Partner, Milligan Coughlin LLC
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2009
Assistant District Attorney, Cape and Islands District Attorney's Office
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, Massachusetts Attorney General's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Suffolk Lawyers for JusticePanel Member
2006 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
Boston Bar Association
2009 - 2014
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2014
Barnstable County Bar AdvocatesPanel Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. R.W.
Motion to Suppress Allowed and Case Dismissed
Commonwealth v. R.C.
Not Guilty after a Jury Trial
Commonwealth v. C.S.
Case Dismissed
Commonwealth v. B.S.
Case Dismissed
Commonwealth v. A.G.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth of MA v. J.H.
Not Guilty after Required Finding
Education
2006
New England School of Law
Juris Doctor
1998
Saint Anselm College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Living off Campus: Knowing Your Rights
Criminal Defense & Civil Rights
2012
Living off Campus: Knowing Your Rights
Criminal Defense & Civil Rights
2011
Living off Campus: Knowing Your Rights
Criminal Defense & Civil Rights
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can i accept a year rent in advance legally if the tenant elects to pay in advance..............................................
23 Jul 2010
Q&A
Can a private citizen present evidence to a grand jury without a prosecutor?
24 May 2010
Q&A
I just found out i have a bench warrent out for driving on a suspended lic. from 1995. how do i clear this up
19 May 2010