Atty. Bridget J Coughlin

Atty. Bridget J Coughlin

Bridget J Coughlin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Bridget received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Elizabeth Elizabeth 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Bridget J Coughlin at a glance

Bridget J Coughlin is a Pub. Def.'s Off. based in Elizabeth, New Jersey. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2001). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 2000) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Elizabeth, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bridget J Coughlin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
  • Bridget received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Bridget practices in Elizabeth, NJ

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Bridget J Coughlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bridget J Coughlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Elizabeth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Bridget J Coughlin's law office located?
Bridget J Coughlin's law practice is located in Elizabeth, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bridget J Coughlin handle?
Bridget J Coughlin focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Bridget J Coughlin practiced law?
Bridget J Coughlin has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Bridget J Coughlin go to law school?
Bridget J Coughlin earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1995).
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 2000
B.A.
University of Richmond
- 1995

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2001

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