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Patrick Michael Coughlin
About Patrick
Biography
I am a hard-working, energetic, and compassionate attorney who strives to achieve the best results for his clients. I am a readily accessible, affordable, and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to your criminal case.
I have practiced as a public defender and as a private attorney so I understand how to manage a caseload effectively, communicate with the district attorney or opposing counsel and get results.
Contact me for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
17 years | 1,500 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
17 years | 500 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
25%
16 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Patrick Michael Coughlin
247 North 3rd Street, San Jose, CA, 95112
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Patrick Michael Coughlin's Reviews
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Posted by Julian | September 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Dishonest
Communicated great until he was paid in full. I paid in advance to get a discount but that was a mistake because he disappeared after that. Impossible to contact him. Multiple trips to his office, phone and text. He missed court dates as well and never submitted some new evidence he was suppose to su...
Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Felony charges x2 - Dismissed!
Patrick was discreet, straight up and got me the best deal possible on 2 felony charges. Now that these are behind me (dismissed!) I am hopeful he can help me get them expunged...
Posted by Cameron Perry | January 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Went above and beyond
I had a speeding ticket and a carpool lane ticket at the same courthouse. Patrick handled both tickets and answered all my questions and kept me updated through the entire process. My infractions were rather minor, but he took them very seriously and went above and beyond any expectations I had. One ...
Posted by Megan | May 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Patrick Coughlin
Patrick represented me in a case recently and helped extremely and thoroughly in getting an end result i was very content with...very friendly and professional and highly experienced..great appreciation for his handling of my case.
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Top-notch Lawyer
I was pulled over for driving on a suspended license after failing to take care of a very old speeding ticket. To my surprise, they actually filed a misdemeanor with two points. I needed help. Patrick Coughlin stepped in and made sure the matter was reduced to an infraction with no points. He also di...
Patrick Michael Coughlin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Patrick is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney, with experience, knowledge and passion. He is a savvy problem solver, a force to be reckoned with in court and a serious advocate for his clients. He is driven by a killer work ethic and invested in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He is respected and liked by judges, prosecutors, court clerks, bailiffs and his clients. I highly recommend his legal services!"
"Mr. Coughlin is as intelligent and knowledgeable as they come. His grasp over the law and how it affects a case is unparalleled."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Couglin is an exceptionally hard working attorney who always puts his clients first."
"Patrick is a hard working, effective, and experienced criminal defense attorney."
"I've known Patrick for more than ten years. He is an excellent attorney who is well known and respected within the Santa Clara County court system."
"I endorse this lawyer. A true advocate for his clients and respected by his peers and the court."
"Patrick is very well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to witness his work in the courtroom and have found him to be diligent and hardworking. He is well respected in the legal community."
"I have a client who needed an attorney in Santa Clara for a traffic matter. After speaking with Mr. Coughlin regarding the ticket, I put the client in touch with Mr. Coughlin. From what I have heard from the client, the matter is being dealt with professionally. I endorse Mr. Coughlin."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Of Counsel, The Law Office of Leon Mezzetti
2012 - Present
Panel Attorney, Criminal Court Appointed Attorneys Program- Alameda County Bar Association
2012 - Present
Appearance Attorney, Kapsack and Bair
2010 - 2011
Deputy Public Defender, Humboldt County Public Defenders Office
2008 - 2010
Associate, Rutledge & Rutledge
Associations
2008 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2008 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Traffic Ticket San Mateo County
Reduction in charge/fine
Education
2008
Santa Clara University
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Bail Issues MCLE
Bail Issues and Representation
2015
Plea Negotiations
Plea Negotations MCLE
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Injured self in DUI crash. Felony or no?
09 Sep 2015
Q&A
International Student needs help with a ticket for speeding and driving without a California Driver License.
02 Sep 2013
Q&A
Police citation sent to wrong address or ticket was sent to wrong place and also i have a tick where offer wrote wrong #
11 Jul 2013