David A. Coolidge Jr.
also known as David Coolidge, Attorney David Coolidge
About me
Heading up Coolidge Law Firm and NCTicketLaw.com is criminal defense attorney David A. Coolidge, a graduate at the top of his class from Duke University School of Law. In addition to Mr. Coolidge’s extensive misdemeanor and felony criminal practice, he has represented thousands of clients facing speeding tickets and other moving violations. Attorney Coolidge is an experienced criminal trial attorney. His commanding presence in the court room protects your constitutional rights and helps to ensure the best possible outcome in your case. Specific education and professional accomplishments include:
- Juris Doctorate, Duke University School of Law with High Honors
- Order of the Coif - Top 5 percent of Graduating Class.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
- North Carolina Bar Association
- Wake County Bar Association
- North Carolina Advocates for Justice
- Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers
EXPERIENCE:
- Court Appointed Criminal Defense Attorney - Felony and Misdemeanor Cases
- Private Practice - Criminal and Traffic Defense
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION (DWI):
- Advanced DWI Challenging & Using Expert Witness Testimony
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Field Sobriety Testing
- Defending DWI’s: Common Issues in Trial and Sentencing
VOLUNTEER SERVICE:
- Durham Rescue Mission
- The Healing Place
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Practice areas
Licensed
- Criminal Defense: 50%9 years
- DUI & DWI: 35%9 years
- Federal Crime: 15%4 years
Payment
Fees:
Free consultation (45 minutes)
Payment types:
Cash, Check, Credit card
Attorney endorsements
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MoreI have worked with David Coolidge on several matters. I have found him to be smart, prepared, and well organized. He does a great job of keeping clients well informed. He is personable and well qualified to handle complicated cases. In the case of trouble, I would not hesitate to hire him for myself or my family.
Seth Blum Criminal defense Attorney
Relationship: Worked together on matter
MoreI know David to be a hard-working and determined advocate for his clients. He has extensive knowledge and experience in traffic, DWI and criminal defense. I recommend him to anyone in need of criminal representation.
Malcolm Matheson DUI and DWI Attorney
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Contact info
434 Fayetteville Street
Suite 2030
Raleigh, NC, 27601
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC | Active | 2007 | 07/19/2016 |
| Legal answers | |
| Legal guides |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2015 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2014 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 5 percent of graduating class | Order of the Coif | N/A |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Court Appointed Criminal Defense Attorney | Indigent Defense Services | 2009 - Present |
| Criminal Defense Attorney | Coolidge Law Firm | 2008 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Secretary of State | Notary Public | 2014 - Present |
| North Carolina Advocates for Justice | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers | Secretary | 2008 - Present |
| North Carolina Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Wake County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
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| State v. Mia T. | Dismissed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| State v. Beruq G. | DISMISSED | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| BestThinking.com | Speeding Tickets and Other Moving Violations in North Carolina | 2010 |
| School name | Major | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University School of Law | Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
| Duke University | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic Court For the New and No-So-New Attorney | DMV Hearings and Procedures | 2013 |
| Healing Place Information Session | Failure to Appear in Criminal Court | 2010 |
| Durham Rescue Mission | Handling Outstanding Warrants | 2009 |