Andrew F Cotrupi

Andrew F Cotrupi

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Hampton, NH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Criminal Defense

428 Lafayette Rd, Suite 102, Hampton, NH

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 33 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1992

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Licensed in New Hampshire for 34 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Andrew F Cotrupi

428 Lafayette Rd, Suite 102, Hampton, NH, 03842

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Andrew F Cotrupi's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Elizabeth | April 07, 2025 | Juvenile

Contradiction

Why would a lawyer want his client Remi to be charged as an adult, which means harsher punishment when he was a juvenile and being charged as a juvenile would focus on rehabilitation and less severe penalties, and no permanent record. He seems to contradict himself.

Posted by Kathy | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Superior Legal Counsel

Mr. Cotrupi was knowledgeable about my legal concerns. He explained to me what the charges were, presented options and worked to obtain a fair outcome. He remained professional and on task for meeting my legal needs. He kept working toward the best outcome, and far exceeded my expectations.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceeded my expectation in my DUI charge

As a MA resident being charged with a DUI in NH, it was important to me that I found an attorney who I could trust and who was familiar with the local law and NH courts. After several days of research and reading reviews, I booked an appointment with Andrew. Andrew and Renee (his paralegal) were bot...h extremely knowledgeable about the entire process and the paces I was about to go through. They listened attentively to the details of my case and believed in me right away. I had been wrongly charged but Andrew was very candid, on what the law is, what would apply and what would not and promised me he would do everything he could (under law) to investigate the evidence on my behalf. Renee and Andrew kept me informed of everything that was going on and my case was handled in an extremely timely manner. Andrew delivered and exceeded my expectations. I was not charged with a DUI and I did not lose my license or rights to drive in NH or MA. I can't thank him enough for believing in me and making this very unpleasant situation essentially go away. I would recommend Andrew to anyone who is looking for a true expert in law and who will provide the consultation in an easy to understand manner.

Posted by Chris | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney Cotrupi is a God-Send

Andrew Cotrupi saved my life. While that might sound overstated, it is 100% true. I was maliciously charged with a Class B Felony by a local police department for a crime I did not commit. I originally hired a different lawyer and after several months of working with that firm I was faced with the... stark reality that the system was not working as I always imagined it would and that I could very well be going to jail for a long time. My former attorney was looking to just negotiate a deal but I couldn't stomach taking a plea deal when I did not commit a crime. Desperate, I sought the advice of a trusted friend who turned me on to Attorney Cotrupi. From our very first meeting, Attorney Cotrupi and his Paralegal Renee treated me like a human being and not a criminal which was a welcome change after the treatment I had been receiving. Andrew listened. He REALLY listened to me and he talked me off the ledge. I hired him on the spot. Over the course of the year he worked diligently and fought for me like I was part of his own family. He worked tirelessly on my behalf, filing motions, counter motions and defending me vigorously. As my trial date approached, he met with me as often as I needed to prepare me. He was the perfect combination of tough love, sound advice and compassion. My trial lasted for three days if you include jury selection. I was terrified and in uncharted waters but Andrew guided me through. Sometimes he would have to lean over and tell me to relax because I was looking like a lunatic. Other times he would put a reassuring hand on my shoulder. His opening statement was brilliant. His cross-examinations exposed the "rehearsed lies and stories" and his closing statement captivated the jury. In the end, the jury deliberated for a mere 20 minutes before returning a "Not Guilty" verdict. 20 minutes! After a year of having my world thrown upside down and having a prosecution trying to make me into something I was not, Andrew was able to dismantle the case and gave me my life back. He was truly a God-send for my family and I. Because of his work, I will be able to go back to raising my four young children. Andrew is not only an amazing lawyer, he is an honest, fair and good man. I will forever be indebted to him and would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney

With any civil or criminal case there is stress/anxiety ..this firm from top to bottom protect you letter than family.

Andrew is there for you along with the full support of the entire staff. Personally I know this from an experience that I have been through where I needed representation not from the lawyer who had the best add or radio slot saying they were the best.. but specifically from the best lawyer one cou...ld have. That's what I recived. The best outcome will come from you hiring andrew. In short if you want the best result given the circumstances your in you have found your lawyer... As long as he is practicing he will represent me weither a large or small thing . I hope you use Andrew ... Go see him trust him and you'll know too. THE VERY BEST THERE IS

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Stan Glisson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recently worked with Mr. Cotrupi on a case he was handling. I found his knowledge of his field second to none, and his thoroughness on his client's behalf first rate. It is clear to me that he has great dedication to his clients and to practicing at the top of his field. I would recommend him to anyone needing criminal defense in New Hampshire."

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Richard Samdperil

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work without reservation. When I am not able to handle a case personally, either because of a conflict of interest or scheduling conflict, I will send the client to Andrew. He is a reliable, experienced professional."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

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Law review, New England School of Law

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Deen's List, New England School of law

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Owner, Andrew F. Cotrupi

1991 - 1997

Managing Attorney, New Hampshire Public Defender Office

Associations

1993 - Present

New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

1991

New England School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1988

Saint Michael's College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

A New Era of NH DUI defense

2012

New Hampshire Bar Association Continuing Legal Education Program

"Sentencing Law and Practice From All Perspectives"

2004

Defending Dwi cases in New Hampshire

Defense of DWI cases

Languages

Spanish

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