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David A. Coolidge Jr.
also known as David Coolidge, Attorney David Coolidge
About David
Biography
Heading up Coolidge Law Firm and is criminal defense attorney David A. Coolidge, who graduated in the top 5% of his class from Duke University School of Law, earning him the coveted election to The Order of the Coif, the highest honor for any law school graduate. 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 (Top 5%)
- 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
- ABA - American Bar Association
EXPERIENCE:
- Court Appointed Criminal Defense Attorney - Felony and Misdemeanor Cases
- Private Practice - Criminal and Traffic Defense at the State and Federal level
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION
- 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
- Child sexual assault defenses - Trial Strategies
- Child assault / pornography - Using experts
VOLUNTEER SERVICE:
- Durham Rescue Mission
- The Healing Place
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
35%
19 years
Criminal Defense
30%
19 years
Sex Crime
25%
19 years
Federal Crime
10%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 18 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Coolidge Law Firm
434 Fayetteville Street, Suite 2030, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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David A. Coolidge Jr.'s Reviews
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Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
David Coolidge Jr. is an awesome lawyer.
I was charged with a DUI. David Coolidge took my case and I would recommend him for anyone needing representation. He was very professional and got my case dismissed. He was great!
Posted by Gideon | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Simply the best
Mr. Coolidge represented me for a DWI. Although the case took almost 2 years, Mr. Coolidge and his staff kept me informed the entire time. I could not be happier when I heard the not guilty verdict. I am blown away. Thank you for such amazing help.
Posted by Darin | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Coolidge Law Firm
Attorney Coolidge represented me on a DWI case from 2013. We received a not guilty verdict in August 2016 after a number of administrative hearings. Attorney Coolidge did an excellent job presenting the facts of the case before the judge. I was extremely pleased with the services remdered by David Co...
Posted by Christopher | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Careless and reckless and DWI
Mr.Coolidge is hands down the BEST DWI ATTORNEY IN RALEIGH. If you get charged with one be sure to choose Mr Coolidge to represent you!! He was able to get my DWI AND CARELESS AND RECKLESS COMPLETLY DISMISSED because the arresting officer did not have probable cause to stop me!! I'm telling you guys ...
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Suspected DUI traffic stop
After a traffic stop in southern Wake County that resulted in blowing a .09, I received many offers for legal services. I interviewed several and selected David Coolidge to help guide me through an unfamiliar legal system. I had never been in trouble with the law and had no idea I was over the lega...
David A. Coolidge Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I 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."
"I 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."
"I have worked with David on high-level felonies. He is patient, diligent, and does not back down from a fight. He is not scared of a jury trial, and will stick with his client until the end."
"Mr. Coolidge deserves the great reputation he has in the community for his depth of knowledge of DWI law and criminal defense. He is a professional and a hardworking advocate for his clients. I confidently endorse his services in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. From his numerous answers on this site I can tell that Mr. Coolidge Jr. is extremely knowledgeable concerning criminal defense work and would provide great counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Coolidge is an experienced attorney who works hard for his clients."
"If you need a Criminal or DWI Attorney in North Carolina you can choose from thousands, but if you need to Win you only have one choice: David A. Coolidge, JR., Esq. He is simply an Excellent lawyer who gets results for his clients. I endorse him."
"Experienced lawyer and litigator, I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Coolidge is thoughtful, wise and defends his clients zealously. I've seen him in court in Wake County on more than several occasions and know he works hard to obtain justice."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you have a DUI or other alcohol related charge in the Raleigh area, David is the lawyer to call."
"David is a through and professional lawyer. He zealously defends his clients rights. I recommend him highly. He's not perfect (Duke Graduate) but even a UNC Tarheel can tell you that he'll do a great job for his clients."
"Mr. Coolidge is a highly motivated and detail orientated attorney. He provides accurate and concise legal advice on criminal matters. I recommend his legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer as a strong advocate for his clients (despite the fact he went to Duke and I am a loyal Hoya fan until the end)."
"I've gotten to know David over the years, and I firmly believe him to be a steadfast advocate for his clients. I endorse him."
"David Coolidge is a great attorney with a lot of experience in the area of Criminal Defense. I highly endorse this lawyer!"
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
"I endorse David. He cares about his clients, works hard, is highly skilled and respected by fellow attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
N/A
Top 5 percent of graduating class, Order of the Coif
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Court Appointed Criminal Defense Attorney, Indigent Defense Services
2008 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Coolidge Law Firm
Associations
2021 - Present
North Carolina Secretary of StateeNotary
2014 - Present
North Carolina Secretary of StateNotary Public
2008 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2008 - Present
Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial LawyersSecretary
2007 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of N.C. v. Austin D.
DISMISSED
State v. Cristofer P.
DISMISSED
State v. Sean M.
Motion granted. Case Dismissed.
State of N.C. v. Andre O.
DISMISSED
State v. Said I.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Augustine N.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Byron P. (DWI)
NOT GUILTY
State of NC v. Joel C.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Scott C.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Vondalee K.
DISMISSED
State v. Katherine T.
DISMISSED
State v. Hillary B.
DISMISSED
State v. Travis K.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Miguel R.
REMOVED
State v. Nicholas S. (DW()
DISMISSED - NOT GUILTY
State v. Tyler H.
DISMISSED
State v. Anna M.
DISMISSED
State v. Brian L. (Sex Offender Registry Removal)
Granted
NCSU Student Conduct v. Sebastian
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Al W.
DISMISSED
State v. Tyler R.
DISMISSED
State v. Luca S.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Kangugi K.
DISMISSED
State V. Jason L.
DISMISSED
NCSU v. Jake S.
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Marquis B.
DISMISSED
State v. James B.
Dismissed
NCSU v. Anthony A.
DISMISSED
State v. Jackson A.
DISMISSED
State v. William Y
DISMISSED
NCSU Office of Student Conduct v. Jack O.
DISMISSED
State v. Brian Y.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Emerald T.
DISMISSED
NCSU Office of Student Conduct v. L.S.
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Zachary S.
DISMISSED
State v. Jonathan H.
NOT GUILTY
State of NC v. Andrew M
DISMISSED
State v. Peter C.
DISMISSED
State v. Kalama K.
DISMISSED
State v. Jonathan B.
DISMISSED
State v. John L.
DISMISSED
State v. Patrick A.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Walden C.
DISMISSED
State v. Noah M.
DISMISSED
State v. Travis J.
DISMISSED
State v. Austin W.
DISMISSED
State v. Anthony F.
DISMISSED
State v. Eric K.
DISMISSED
State v. Alex M.
DISMISSED
State v. Tomas S.
DISMISSED
State v. David H.
DISMISSED
State v. Kristian M.
DISMISSED
State v. Meredith B.
DISMISSED
State v. Anders M.
NOT GUILTY
State of NC v. Anthony L.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Cory Y.
DISMISSEd
State v. Ramyasri B.
DISMISSED
NCSU Office of Student Conduct v. N.R. (Alleged Sexual Misconduct)
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State of NC v. Judah D.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Neel P.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Chris P. (HIGH SPEED)
Dismissal and Reduction
State of NC v. Julie L.
Dismissed
State of NC v. Jackson W.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Gabriel A.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Matthew S.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Sabryna J.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Austin R.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Ryan E.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Tanner D.
DISMISSED
State of NC vs. Raisa A.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina vs. Lucas C.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Alex C
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Shelly E.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Dastany L.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Bobby M.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Isaac B.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Israel C.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Evan P.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Victoria S.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Levi H.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Matthew D.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Matthew F.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Patrick L.
DISMISSED
State v. John M. (Underage Possession of Alcohol)
DISMISSED
NCSU Office of Student Conduct v. Markus P.
DISMISSED
State v. Markus P. (Felony Drugs)
DISMISSED
NCSU Office Of Student Conduct v. Hans T.
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Jelisa M.
DISMISSED
State v. Hannah J.
DISMISSED
State v. James M.
DISMISSED
State v. Brian H. (DWI)
DISMISSED
State v. Yudong X.
DISMISSED
State v. Asif K.
DISMISSED
State v. Andrew M.
DISMISSED
State v. Lamuel J.
DISMISSED
State v. Lucas B.
DISMISSED
State v. Zachary C.
DISMISSED
State v. Rebecca S.
DISMISSED.
State v. Carter A.
DISMISSED
State v. Gary W.
DISMISSED
State v. Nathan V.
DISMISSED
State v. Jake G.
DISMISSED
State v. S.A.
DISMISSED
State v. Joseph C.
DISMISSED
State v. Chris R.
DISMISSED
State v. James P.
DISMISSED
State v. Jameson H.
DISMISSED
State v. Vishonda C.
DISMISSED
State v. Afshin J.
DISMISSED
State v. Mason H.
DISMISSED
State v. Kira T.
DISMISSED
State v. Miachel I.
DISMISSED
State v. Li-or
NOT GUILTY
State v. Casey H.
DISMISSED
State v. Kevin L.
DISMISSED
State v. Luke L.
DISMISSED
State v. Jhonny V.
DISMISSED
State V. Craig B.
DISMISSED
NCSU v. O.F.
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Kelly N.
DISMISSED
State v. Suneet
Not Guilty
State v. Keith W.
DISMISSED
State v. Andre T.
DISMISSED
State v. Briana T.
DISMISSED
State v. Drew E.
DISMISSED
State v. Steven K.
Dismissed
State v. Dennis R.
DISMISSED
State v. James J.
Probation terminated
State v. Matthew W.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Alex F.
DISMISSED
State v. Stephen M.
DISMISSED
State v. William H.
DISMISSED
State v. Priscilla R.
Not Guilty
State V. Andrew M.
Dismissed
State v. Jordan B.
Dismissed
State of NC v. Ken W.
Dismissed
State v. Joseph C.
Dismissal
State of NC v. Nicole G.
Dismissed
State of NC v. Jennifer S.
Dismissed
State v. Joseph C.
Dismissed
State v. Mia T.
Dismissed
State v. Beruq G.
DISMISSED
State v. Matthew L.
DISMISSED
State of NC v. Nikita B.
Dismissed
State v. Tyler W.
Dismissed
State v. Neil S.
DISMISSED
State of North Carolina v. Chris F.
DISMISSED
State v. Darin J.
NOT GUILTY
NCSU v. Alex S.
NOT RESPONSIBLE
State v. Peter M.
Dismissed
State v. Martha C.
Dismissed
State v. Joseph B.
NOT GUILTY
State v. George G.
Dismissed
State V. James L.
Dismissed
State v. Thurman M.
Dismissed
State v. Jason V.
Dismissed
State v. Matt B.
Dismissed
State v. Leslie M.
Dismissed
State v. Ebony J.
Dismissed
State v. Earl K.
Dismissed
State v. Chris N.
Not Guilty
State v. Keith S.
Dismissed
State v. Tina B.
Dismissed
State v. Shalisa J
Dismissed
State v. Courtney P.
Suppressed/Dismissed
State v. Ahmet E.
Dismissed
NCSU v. Andrey O.
Dismissed
NCSU v. Domiick V.
Dismissed
NCSU v. David R.
Not Responsible
State of NC v. Riley A.
Dismissed
NCSU v. Riley S.
Not Responsible
State of NC v. Taunya M.
Not guilty.
State v. Natalia H.
Dimissal of DWI
NCSU v. Brandon A.
Student found NOT RESPONSIBLE
State V. Tyrone F.
DISMISSED
State v. John S.
NOT GUILTY
State v. Rameshbal M.
DISMISSED
State v. Josh N.
Negotiated agreement
State v. Manuel M.
Dismissed
NCSU v. K.S.
No suspension or explusion
NCSU v. J.S.
No suspension or expulsion
State v. Jeffery W.
Dismissed by Judge
STATE v. Josh W.
Misdemeanor Plea
NCSU v. D.R.
NOT RESPONSIBLE on all counts
State v. Paul P.
Dismissed
NCDMV v. Rachael L.
DL not revoked
State v. Hayden R.
Dismissed
NCSU v. S.D.
Not expelled from campus
State v. Tran S.
Granted
State v. Josh M.
Plea
State v. Sade C.
Dismissed
State v. Tiffany S.
Dismissed
State v. Jacob R.
Dismissed
State v. John H.
DISMISSED
State v. J.H.
Not guilty
State v. Ray B.
Granted. Removed from registry.
NCDMV v. Gregory H.
Not a refusal. Client keeps his license.
State v. Logan S.
Not Guilty
State of N.C. v. John H.
Not Guilty
State of North Carolina V. Evan K.
Case Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Richard R.
Plea
State of North Carolina v. Roseta W.
Not Guilty
State of North Carolina v. Jade F.
Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Robert W.
Plea
State of North Carolian v. Jordan M.
Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Christopher B.
Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Elia B.
Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Phillip R.
Dismissed
State of North Carolina v. Mike K
Dismissed on Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Probable Cause
State of North Carolina v. William R.
Case dismissed
State v. Donavan S.
DISMISSED
State v. Sarah B.
DISMISSED
Education
1994
Duke University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Duke University
Speaking Engagements
2013
Traffic Court For the New and No-So-New Attorney
DMV Hearings and Procedures
2010
Healing Place Information Session
Failure to Appear in Criminal Court
2009
Durham Rescue Mission
Handling Outstanding Warrants
Publications
2010
BestThinking.com
Speeding Tickets and Other Moving Violations in North Carolina
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is a 18 year old and 16 year old having sex together illegal?
23 Aug 2021
Q&A
Can I be arrested for crime if the reason I am stopped is the owner of the vehicle has a suspended license, but I am driving?
23 Mar 2020
Q&A
Why would the DA offer Me a plea ? and does what it means
24 Mar 2020