Paul Richard Burglin

Paul Richard Burglin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Rafael, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

999 Fifth Avenue, Suite 350, San Rafael, CA

About Paul

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 40 years

State: California

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Burglin Law Offices, P.C.

999 Fifth Avenue, Suite 350, San Rafael, CA, 94901

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Paul Richard Burglin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by David | January 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Best trial attorney!

Paul saved my reputation and my life. I had an extremely difficult case and only because of his guidance and litigation skills we were able to win at trial. Word cannot express the gratitude I have for his help.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing lawyer and a man of honor

Paul is simply spectacular. When I was arrested for a DUI, I was in an extremely panicked state and I contacted his office. He returned my call within an hour. His straight-forward, no BS demeanor immediately put me at ease. He is in the field for all the right reasons — he is a man of honor and inte...grity, and genuinely wants to help. His credentials speak for themselves — he’s probably a top 5 DUI lawyer in the state of California. Hire him and don’t second guess yourself, he will fight for you and be on your side.

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great experience

Decades with a spotless driving record ruined by one bad decision to get behind the wheel when I shouldn't have. Luckily, no one was hurt. Being driven away in handcuffs with my car being towed was enough to convince me that there is no way I would ever let this happen again. Lesson learned! And fort...unately, I found Paul Burglin to help me weather the months of turmoil with the legal system and the DMV that ensued. Paul's encyclopedic knowledge (literally - he co-wrote the textbook!), and his familiarity with the local systems and people assured that I got the fairest possible sentence. Not only is Paul a consummate professional, he is also compassionate and understanding, and his kind words helped ease the trauma of a difficult process. On top of all that, he provided referrals to other knowledgable and caring professionals who provided outstanding advice on insurance and other aspects of this confusing and stressful process. I can't imagine having a better person beside me in this situation than Paul Burglin. Thank you Paul!

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Positive Results!!!

Paul possesses deep knowledge of his specialty area within the industry. He guided me through a complex process in which both legal and DMV issues needed resolution - and we were successful on all fronts! This was partly due to Paul's strong connections/contacts and relationships across all relevan...t agencies and especially, with the district attorney's office. I highly recommend Paul Burglin as an expert in his field, who gets results!

Posted by RR | February 13, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Recommend for north bay people looking for a DUI lawyer

I was pulled over for not having a front license plate by the CHP and they smelled alcohol on me. I was arrested for a DUI based on the breathylizer results showing just at .08. This occured at a small town so cops there tend to look for stuff to pull you over such as no front license plate. A week l...ater I hired Paul Burglin who showed the CHP didn't follow the protocol of processing me. A few months later in court I was able to get it down to reckless driving. This incident was the only time I had been in trouble with the law prior (or since). I would recommend him for anyone looking for a DUI attorney in the north bay area.

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Jason Pollack

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Burglin is a fantastic attorney. His knowledge of the law and his ability to explain it in a way that people can understand is excellent. He is always prepared, helpful and diligent. He has been a great mentor to me thoughout my career. I would 100% recommend him to represent you."

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul burglin author of the two book treatise "California drunk driving law". A scholar. teacher, mentor to many of us. Not just any DUI lawyer but a " certified Specialist " who has an enviable track record defending DUI clients. KUDOS"

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John VanDervoort

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul literally wrote the "bible" on dui law for lawyers. He is one if not THEE most knowledgeable and well known dui attorneys in the State of California and USA. I have been a DUI lawyer 42 years and I aspire to be as close a second to Paul as possible."

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Phillip Goff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"No one can plausibly claim Paul is anything less than outstanding."

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John Thornton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Encyclopedic knowledge of the DUI laws (Paul literally wrote the book) coupled with good judgement."

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Christopher Leroi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Burglin is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."

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Scotty Storey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Burglin is a DUI Attorney phenom. If you have a DUI and you "really" want to fight it and have the best defense on your side, contact Mr. Burglin. If you are lucky, he will take your case."

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Joshua Davis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is simply the best for DUI representation. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him."

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Benjamin Hiltzheimer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jaime Raba

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Burglin truly understands DUI law but his ability to make complex concepts and arguments in a way that is superbly reasoned and truly compelling to both judges and jurors alike, really makes the difference for his clients. His expertise really makes him 'the lawyer's lawyer', but he possesses an innate understanding of the intangible things you cannot learn from a book, but come to think of it, he's basically written 'the book'."

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Manny Daskal

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He is truly one of the all time top DUI attorneys in California and the entire country. I have referred people to Paul and they couldn't praise his work more. He is a gifted scholar and above all a truly dedicated fighter for his clients. You can't possibly do better than to hire Paul."

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Jason Cerbone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Burglin is a cool man. Nothing but class. We ate lunch together last week at the Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI Cases Seminar. Also ate dinner with him in Boston at the DUI Harvard Summer Session where we ate with a group and Roger Dodd, (the Cross-Examination King). Mr. Burglin seemed like that was normal. He is just cool; and he is such an insightful guy. He shows me DUI Defense things from different perspectives. I endorse this lawyer."

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Zaki Ali

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am glad to endorse Paul Burglin. He is known for being extremely hard working and very tough on his opponents. That's what you're looking for when you've been accused of an offense while driving. I would refer anyone in need of an amazing DUI Defense attorney in California to Paul with no reservations."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know and look up to Attorney Burglin. He has earned a national reputation for effectively representing motorists accused of a crime. He has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to eliminate or minimize the consequences of the government's accusation."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently attended the NCDD Summer Seminar with Attorney Burglin. He is a Regent of the National College of DUI Defense and powerful advocate for his clients. I consider him a mentor and friend."

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Burglin's work has changed the DUI and DMV laws and enforcement policies, making them more consistent with the U.S. Constitution."

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Perry Litchfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a well seasoned DUI attorney who is respected by the local bar."

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Bill Powers

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow member of the National College of DUI Defense, I can attest to Paul's attention to detail, dedication to a zealous defense and quality legal representation. The NCDD is a highly regarded professional organization. . .as is Paul."

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Peter Johnson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is generous contributor to attorney's in the field of DUI Defense. Not just a contributor, his advice is sought out by attorneys due to his wealth of knowledge."

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Jay Tiftickjian

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the honor of being critiqued by Mr. Burglin at a National College for DUI Defense seminar trial technique session. I was impressed with his knowledge of DUI law as well as his professional demeanor. Paul is certainly recognized a one of the top DUI lawyers in the country, and should be at the top of your list if you are charged with a difficult DUI situation in California."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Board Certification in DUI Defense, National College for DUI Defense

2000

A-V Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

Certificate of Achievement - Borkenstein Course, Indiana University

Work Experience

1985 - Present

CEO/President, BURGLIN LAW OFFICES, P.C.

Associations

2008 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Regent

1997 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

1985 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1985 - Present

Marin County Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2006

Marin County Bar Association

Chairman

Education

1984

Gonzaga University School of Law

1980

University of California - Berkeley

Speaking Engagements

2014

Las Vegas

Mitigating The Monster

2010

NCDD Winter Session 2010

Culturing Trial Pearls In Rough Seas

2010

DUI Defense Practice Institute

Winning Over A Jury In A DUI Case

2009

New DUI Laws & Strategies 2009

New DUI Laws and Defense Strategies

2006

CDLA Annual Seminar

Case Law and Statutory Update

Publications

2015

NCDD Journal Case Law Updates & Analysis

2014

California Drunk Driving Law - James Publishing Book

2014

The Champion magazine Mitigating The Monster

Languages

English

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