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Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at La Quinta, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Expungement ... +2 more

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About Joshua

Biography

Certified Criminal Law Specialist Defending People in Indio, Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Over 20 years in criminal defense, including 9 years as a Public Defender. I am a California State Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist

22 years | 5,000 cases

30%

Domestic Violence 20%

Joshua Mulligan has handled hundreds of domestic violence cases, from misdemeanor cases to felonies. Josh has successfully tried even the most serious and complicated domestic violence cases involving stabbings and serious injuries, with charges such as attempted murder and mayhem. He is ready to take any domestic violence case through all stages of the criminal process, including jury trial.

22 years | 500 cases

20%

Expungement 20%

When I interview the client I always try to determine first why the client needs the expungement and shape our services accordingly - needs may be different if the client is applying for a job, a professional license, or has immigration issues.

22 years | 100 cases

20%

DUI and DWI 15%

Joshua Mulligan is an experienced and skilled DUI defense attorneys. He has handled hundreds of DUI cases ranging from from first-time misdemeanor charges to “Watson Murder” (DUI causing death). He has attended dozens of trainings related to driving under the influence cases and has worked hard to fully comprehend the science behind blood and breath testing.

22 years | 500 cases

15%

Drug Crime 15%

22 years | 500 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

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$0 first 90 minutes

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

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Joshua Mulligan

(760) 565-5672

Mobile

78-060 Calle Estado, Suite 21, La Quinta, CA, 92253

mulligandefense.com

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Joshua M Mulligan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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4.9

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5.0

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Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Not Guilty on All Counts

Josh saved my life. Originally facing three felony charges based on false statements made to law enforcement. Josh fought and ultimately got the case reduced to three misdemeanors. He then gave the DA every reasonable opportunity and plenty of time to resolve the case fairly. They chose not to. A...t that point, we went to trial. At no time did Josh pressure me to go to trial or accept a plea. He explained my options, gave me his professional advice, and respected that the final decision was mine. The result: Not Guilty on all counts. When I say Josh saved my life, I don't mean because I was facing a life sentence. I mean that a conviction would have devastated my life professionally, financially, emotionally, and personally. My career, my reputation, and my future were all on the line. Thanks to Josh's skill, preparation, and advocacy, I was able to walk away with my life intact. Josh isn't just your attorney, he's your advocate, a true advocate. He's an honest man. He won't simply tell you what you want to hear; he'll tell you what you need to hear. Just as importantly, he's willing to listen. He valued my input, he considered my point of view and worked with me to build the strongest defense possible. Great communication, follow up and update throughout the process. I have no hesitation recommending Joshua Mulligan to anyone who finds themselves in need of a criminal defense attorney. God forbid, if someone I cared about were facing criminal charges, Josh is the first person I would tell them to call.

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Posted by Laurie | August 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney

He’s a caring and trustworthy Lawyer

He’s amazing ! I’m so glad I was referred to him and that I hired him . What impressed me most was how he cares for his clients . I also like how he doesn’t sugar coat anything . He’s real and he cares to do the right thing. He took great care of my only child and I’m most grateful. You’d be in g...ood hands with him .

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Posted by Doug | September 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Super lawyer can't recommend any higher!

I can’t recommend Josh and his team any higher. My family and I are so grateful to have had Josh Mulligan guide us through a very traumatic and stressful time in our lives. And yes with a happy ending! Josh is a true team player/coach and he played both positions with passion and confidence. I belie...ve he truly loves what he does. This passion makes him an effective, competent, compassionate lawyer. I found myself in need of legal representation, after having a very negative experience with another attorney previously selected by my employer. I can now definitively say not all lawyers are the same. Not only was Mr. Mulligan local, competent, and compassionately caring, but he truly listened until he knew me and my situation inside and out. He not only listened but asked questions to get all of the facts of my situation and me. He had a realistic plan, day one, based on me and my situation. He was respectful of my time and didn’t waste it. He also included my family and addressed their concerns which really helped them through such a difficult situation as well. Going into the legal system alone is a very scary position to be in. Mr. Mulligan never made us feel alone in the process, in fact, he led the way. He laid out the plan, addressed any and all concerns, and answered any and all questions we had exceeding our expectation and beyond our satisfaction. His approach was thoroughly planned, well thought out, and brilliantly executed. Mr. Mulligan has a wealth of knowledge and experience all of which is based on his and his partner/wife’s many years of experience and success. Having such experience, including having experience as a public defender, and knowing he has seen situations similar to mine and is familiar with the complexity of the legal system helped him guide me through a very complicated system that was overwhelming and intimidating to non-lawyers like the rest of us.

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Posted by Jae S | June 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

A Great Lawyer!!

We are truly grateful to Atty. Mulligan. Prior to hiring Atty. Mulligan, we previously hired a law firm that just gave us different lawyers every hearing and was absolutely no help to our situation. As soon as Atty. Mulligan took over, everything was quick and settled. He is very honest, direct, pro...fessional and an absolute blessing. He responds to all our questions in a timely manner and communicates the process very well. If anyone needs a lawyer, hire him! He is the best.

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Posted by Colin | January 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Temporary Restraining Order

I highly recommend Josh Mulligan. He reviewed my case and charged me a one-time fee. He was always available to discuss the case. He was on time and very professional. He had my temporary restraining order dissolved immediately which allowed me to continue to work in the ER I am currently in. Hi...s abilities in the courtroom were phenomenal and he made short work of the plaintiff. Thank you again Josh and keep up the good work.

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