Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyers
Have you or someone you know in St. Paul, Minnesota or a surrounding area been arrested or charged with a criminal offense?
Do you or someone you know in St. Paul, Minnesota or anywhere within Minnesota need the services of an experienced Criminal Defense lawyer?
Criminal Defense lawyer Patrick Cotter, founder of Cotter Law Office, PPLC has dedicated his legal career to defending residents of St. Paul, Minnesota and the surrounding area who have been arrested or charged with a criminal offense. The St. Paul Minnesota based attorney aggressively defends those arrested and charged with any of the following crimes:
- Drunk Driving/Traffic Crimes
- Drug Crimes
- Assault and Battery Crimes
- All Felony and Misdemeanor Crimes
- Sexual Misconduct Crimes
In addition to the above, attorney Patrick Cotter aggressively defends many other types of criminal charges under the Minnesota Penal Code. Please visit the Defense Services page for a full description of the services offered.
Criminal Defense lawyer Patrick Cotter is a hardworking, detail-oriented lawyer who effectively defends and protects the rights of his clients who have been arrested or charged with a crime. As a former Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Cities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Mendota Heights, Criminal Defense lawyer Patrick Cotter has the unique experience of both prosecuting and defending criminal law cases. As a former two-sport varsity collegiate athlete, he knows what it takes to win. Simply put, this translates into better results for his clients.
As a result of his extensive courtroom experience, attorney Patrick Cotter has created a strong network of relationships with judges, court clerks and prosecuting attorneys while at the same time building a reputation as a skilled Criminal Defense lawyer. This is evidenced by that fact that his peers recognized him as a “Rising Star” in the Minnesota Law and Politics publication for 2004 and 2005. This is an honor that is only bestowed upon 5% of the young lawyers in Minnesota.
Attorney Patrick Cotter believes that every person is entitled to qualified legal representation. As a result, his fees are very fair and he also offers payment plan options that allow those arrested or charged with a crime to hire an excellent Criminal Defense lawyer.
If you or someone you know in St. Paul, Minnesota or a surrounding county has been arrested or charged with a crime or needs the assistance of an experienced Criminal Defense lawyer, then contact Cotter Law Office, PLLC to speak to an experienced Criminal Defense lawyer at 866-435-2760 or via the contact form in the left column.
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