As a skilled St. Paul Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer, I am committed to providing each client with the best possible legal representation. I have established an impressive record representing clients in the Twin Cities, surrounding communities and throughout the state.

Call me immediately if you have been arrested or are under investigation for any of the following criminal offenses:

• Drunk Driving/Traffic Crimes
• Drug Crimes
• Assault and Battery Crimes
• All Felony and Misdemeanor Crimes
• Sexual Misconduct Crimes
• Gun Cases
• Theft
• White Collar Crime
• Federal Crimes
• Robbery
• Murder
• Arson
• Domestic Battery
• Sex Crimes
• Internet Crimes
• Juvenile Crimes
• Driving While Suspended

As an experienced and aggressive defense attorney, I am not afraid of the courtroom. I am both a skilled negotiator and a successful trial attorney. I have a strong record of success representing both adults and juveniles in numerous bench and jury trials. When you contact my office, you won’t be passed off to a paralegal, as with some larger firms. If I agree to represent you, I will handle your case personally.

If you have been accused of a crime, the decisions you make now can literally affect the rest of your life. The strength of your defense should be assessed by an attorney who fully understands the unique facts of your case and who knows how the law applies to your circumstances. Only then can you make the critical decisions that will protect your future. I have extensive experience helping people make these important decisions.

As an experienced St. Paul Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer, I believe that every person is entitled to qualified legal representation. As a result, my fees are very fair and I also offer payment plan options that allow those arrested or charged with a crime to hire an excellent criminal defense lawyer.

I am a hardworking, detail-oriented lawyer who effectively defends and protects the rights of 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, I have the unique experience of both prosecuting and defending criminal law cases.

As a result of his extensive courtroom experience, I have 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 my peers have twice recognized me as a “Rising Star” in the Minnesota Law and Politics publication. This is an honor that is only bestowed upon 5% of the young lawyers in Minnesota.

• Represented hundreds of clients with felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanors charges for various criminal crimes, including homicide, controlled substance, assault, burglary, sexual conduct, and DWI
• Commenced twenty-five criminal trials, with fifteen acquittals or dismissals
• Completed twelve jury trials to verdict, with seven acquittals
• Provided representation in three high-profile, media cases:
  • State of Minnesota v. David Markland - Assisted suicide
  • State of Minnesota v. Mauricio Sanchez - Felony operation of motor vehicle/causing great bodily harm
  • State of Minnesota v. Francisco Gaytan - Second degree criminal sexual conduct (two counts)
• Litigated numerous contested evidentiary hearings in courts in several venues across the State of Minnesota

If you or someone you know needs the assistance of an experienced St. Paul Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer, call Attorney Patrick L. Cotter today at 866-435-2760, or use the contact form provided on this site to schedule your initial consultation.