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Criminal charges put your reputation, livelihood and freedom on the line. You need an experienced criminal lawyer who will defend you in court and protect your constitutional rights.
Michael Coffino's results in the courtroom speak for themselves.
With 20 years of courtroom experience and over 50 jury trials taken to verdict, he has a proven record of success.
The Marin Independent Journal dubbed him the "best attorney money can't buy" when he was a public defender.
Mr. Coffino has won "Not Guilty" verdicts at trial for clients charged with homicide, kidnapping, burglary, rape, terrorist threats, child abuse and molestation, weapon possession, sexual battery, indecent exposure, drunk driving, drug manufacturing and possession, attempted robbery, vandalism, theft and many other kinds of cases.
His reputation for aggressive litigation also translates to favorable resolutions short of trial -- whether that means a dismissal, diversion out of the criminal system, drug treatment instead of jail, or creative solutions for his clients that just make the problem go away.
If you or a loved one have been arrested or investigated for a crime, you need vigorous representation now. Don’t wait for your case to grow stale as evidence vanishes, witnesses disappear and the prosecution solidifies its position.
Call the Law Office of Michael A. Coffino today for a free, no-obligation consultation
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Law Office of Michael A. Coffino
3030 Bridgeway Ste 207
Sausalito, CA, 94965-2898
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2011 | 02/24/2022 |
CA | Active | 1996 | 02/07/2022 |
WI | Resigned | 1995 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2018 |
Articles Editor of Law Review | Wisconsin Law Review | 1993 |
Phi Beta Kappa | University of Oregon | 1990 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Lawyer | Law Office of Michael A. Coffino | 2016 - Present |
Deputy Public Defender | Marin County Public Defender's Office | 2003 - 2017 |
Public Defender | Lake County Public Defender's Office | 2001 - 2003 |
Associate Attorney | Donahue Gallagher Woods, LLP | 1999 - 2001 |
Associate Attorney | Kerstetter & Rillo, LLC | 1996 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Marin County Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Congressional Quarterly Press | Editor, Administrative Law: Cases and Comments by professor Christine Harrington | 2011 |
Congressional Quarterly Press | Editor, The Law of Journalism and Mass Communication by professor Robert Trager, et al. | 2011 |
Congressional Quarterly Press | Editor, Constitutional Law for a Changing America: Rights, Liberties and Justice by professor Lee Epstein | 2010 |
Wisconsin Law Review | Editorial Board | 1994 |
Wisconsin Law Review | Genre, Narrative and Judgment: Legal and Protest Song Stories in Two Criminal Cases | 1994 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Wisconsin Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
University of Wisconsin | MA - Masters | 1994 |
University of Oregon | BA - Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Monthly Meeting | Sir Walter Raleigh and the Sixth Amendment | 2016 |
General Meeting | 2016 Judicial Election | 2016 |
Continuing Education of the Bar | SART Examinations | 2016 |
Continuing Legal Education of the Bar | SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) Examinations | 2015 |
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David Pullman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've been watching Mike Coffino in courtrooms for more than a decade. He is universally regarded as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the Bay Area. He smarter than almost all of the prosecutors, fights for his clients with true dedication, and is masterful at articulating his case in a way that is highly persuasive to judges and juries. In criminal law, all you need is a good lawyer and a good case, and if you don't necessarily have a good case, then you need an even better lawyer, like Mike Coffino.
La Dangerfield, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
I enthusiastically endorse Michael Coffino as a criminal defense attorney. He is imaginative, forceful, and articulate in his approach in criminal matters. While I have not had the opportunity to see his work in civil cases, I imagine that he is as contemplative, focused, and effective in a wide variety of legal matters. Michael is undaunted by challenging tasks and remains steadfast in representing all of his clients despite the odds. I have seen him litigate motions and trials, and he is fearless and always well-prepared in court. One of his most unforgettable feats was winning a murder case on a self-defense theory and was absolutely brilliant in victory. His skills as both a negotiator and litigator are superlative. He communicates complex ideas in accessible terms that anyone can understand. Michael is an extremely effective advocate, and I would not only recommend him to other, but would hire him to defend me were I ever to find myself in harm's way with the law.
David Pullman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've been watching Mike Coffino in courtrooms for more than a decade. He is universally regarded as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the Bay Area. He smarter than almost all of the prosecutors, fights for his clients with true dedication, and is masterful at articulating his case in a way that is highly persuasive to judges and juries. In criminal law, all you need is a good lawyer and a good case, and if you don't necessarily have a good case, then you need an even better lawyer, like Mike Coffino.
La Dangerfield, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
I enthusiastically endorse Michael Coffino as a criminal defense attorney. He is imaginative, forceful, and articulate in his approach in criminal matters. While I have not had the opportunity to see his work in civil cases, I imagine that he is as contemplative, focused, and effective in a wide variety of legal matters. Michael is undaunted by challenging tasks and remains steadfast in representing all of his clients despite the odds. I have seen him litigate motions and trials, and he is fearless and always well-prepared in court. One of his most unforgettable feats was winning a murder case on a self-defense theory and was absolutely brilliant in victory. His skills as both a negotiator and litigator are superlative. He communicates complex ideas in accessible terms that anyone can understand. Michael is an extremely effective advocate, and I would not only recommend him to other, but would hire him to defend me were I ever to find myself in harm's way with the law.
William Morehead, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 8, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike Coffino is a superb attorney. His intelligence and preparation are unmatched in criminal defense. Given his many years of experience as a public defender he has handled every kind of case, including the most serious, with great competence, care, and results. As a DA, I had the misfortune of being opposed to him in cases. He never missed an issue or an opportunity to achieve be best outcome for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone facing a serious criminal case.
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