Atty. Peter Burke Coughlan

Atty. Peter Burke Coughlan

Peter Burke Coughlan is a lawyer practicing admiralty law and maritime law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 50 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Fort Thomas Fort Thomas 35 yrs experience 35 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Peter Burke Coughlan at a glance

Peter Burke Coughlan is a Member based in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, practicing at Coughlan & Walters. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent, wills, trademark, trusts, and citizenship. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1991) and Ohio (1991). Educated at Northern Kentucky University (J.D., 1991) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Kentucky and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fort Thomas, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Burke Coughlan is a lawyer practicing admiralty law and maritime law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 50 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Peter practices at Coughlan & Walters in Fort Thomas, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Burke Coughlan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Burke Coughlan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Peter Burke Coughlan is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Kentucky →

Wills

Peter Burke Coughlan is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kentucky →

Trademark Law

Peter Burke Coughlan is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Kentucky →

Trusts

Peter Burke Coughlan is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Citizenship & Naturalization

Peter Burke Coughlan is one of 5,960 citizenship attorneys indexed nationally. Browse citizenship attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Thomas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Kentucky attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Fort Thomas or all attorneys in Kentucky.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Burke Coughlan

Where is Peter Burke Coughlan's law office located?
Peter Burke Coughlan's law practice is located in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. The firm is Coughlan & Walters. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Burke Coughlan handle?
Peter Burke Coughlan focuses on patent, wills, trademark, trusts, citizenship. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Peter Burke Coughlan practiced law?
Peter Burke Coughlan has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter Burke Coughlan go to law school?
Peter Burke Coughlan earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Peter Burke Coughlan for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Burke Coughlan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Burke Coughlan received?
Peter Burke Coughlan's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Northern Kentucky University
- 1991
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1978

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1991
Ohio
Admitted: 1991

Reviews

2.9
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.