Meet CHRISTOPHER B. COUGHLIN

Attorney COUGHLIN: YOUR STEADFAST DEFENDER WITH A PROSECUTOR'S EDGE

Before stepping into the role of a staunch defender, Attorney Christopher B. Coughlin honed his legal skills as a prosecutor with the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office. He handled a diverse array of case assignments ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, accruing invaluable insights that he uses to fortify his defense strategies today. Additionally, he was a partner at the criminal defense firm Milligan Coughlin LLC. Throughout his expansive career, Attorney Coughlin has held the lead counsel position in over 100 trials and dealt with thousands of criminal cases.

His wide-ranging experience spans across state district and superior courts throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and the United States District Court for Massachusetts. Attorney Coughlin has relentlessly defended clients facing an array of charges, from DUI/DWI/OUI, drug offenses, assault and battery, domestic assault, sexual assault, rape, to other misdemeanors and felonies.

AN INDUSTRY VANGUARD WITH PEER RECOGNITION

Attorney Coughlin’s unwavering commitment to justice has garnered him a considerable amount of recognition. He’s been lauded as a ‘Rising Star’ in criminal defense by SuperLawyers and Boston Magazine, a title that only 2.5% of lawyers can claim. Independent legal evaluator avvo.com has also lauded him with a perfect 10.0 rating in the areas of criminal and DUI defense.

In addition to practicing law, Attorney Coughlin is passionate about sharing his extensive knowledge. He’s given presentations on criminal defense at Boston University and serves as an instructor at Harvard Law School’s esteemed Trial Advocacy Workshop.Today, he brings his rich experience and unwavering dedication to each case, ensuring that every client feels valued and supported. He’s not just fighting for a case, he’s fighting for you, providing a robust defense that is anchored in genuine care and tenacious advocacy.

  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI/DWI/OUI Defense
  • Sex Crimes
  • Violent Crimes 
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts
  • U.S. District Court District of New Hampshire
  • New England School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
    • J.D.
  • Saint Anselm College, Manchester, New Hampshire
    • B.A. (Business)
  • Massachusetts Bar Association
  • Boston Bar Association
  • New Hampshire Bar Association
  • Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office, Assistant District Attorney, 2006 – 2009
  • Indigent Criminal Defendants, 2009 – Present

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