Cofer & Connelly, PLLC
From our law office in Austin, Texas, the top-ranked and dedicated legal professionals at Cofer & Connelly provide unmatched counsel and support to a diverse range of clients across our region who have legal needs involving any of the following:
- Family law and divorce
- Criminal defense and traffic tickets
- Personal injury
Combined, our attorneys possess more than 55 years of total legal experience, so you know that you can trust us to arm you with the information you need to make the best-informed decisions regarding the legal challenges you face. Over the course of our history, we have successfully handled more than 18,000 cases throughout Texas, including more than 315 jury trials.
As such, we have the extensive skills and resources necessary to handle your matter efficiently, and we promise to do all we can to help you achieve your goals and the favorable outcomes you expect and deserve as cost-effectively as possible.
Honored for our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service, our lawyers have earned numerous top rankings and endorsements from our peers, including Lead Counsel designations and Top 100 Trial Lawyer rankings from The National Trial Lawyers. In addition, we have also received designation as among the Top One Percent of Lawyers in the nation, and the Austin Chronicles recently voted us among the Best of Austin for 2021.
Moreover, we have received superb client ratings on Avvo along with the site's Clients' Choice Award, and our law firm has enjoyed many testimonials and referrals from our satisfied clients.
To find out more about how we can best assist you with your legal needs, you can contact Cofer & Connelly to schedule a free initial consultation. Our law office also offers virtual consultations in these uncertain times to help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy.
Honors and Awards
Rick Cofer, Partner
- Best DUI Lawyers in Austin - Expertise.com - 2022
- Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars - 2021
- Best Lawyer - Best of Austin - The Austin Chronicles - 2021
- Top 100 Criminal Lawyers - The National Trial Lawyers - 2019 - 2021
- Top One Percent - National Association of Distinguished Counsel - 2021
- Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation - 2021
- Clients' Choice Award - AVVO - 2018 - 2021
- DWI Scholar - Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association - 2021
- Elite Lawyer Criminal Defense - 2021
- Lead Counsel Verified - 2021
- Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin - Expertise.com - 2021
- Member - National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - 2021
- Rising Star Award - Austin Bar Association Criminal Law Section - 2020
- General Member - National College for DUI Defense - 2020
- College Member - College of the State Bar of Texas - 2010 - 2020
- Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney Award - Attorney and Practice - 2019
Jeffrey Connelly, Partner
- Selected to Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars - 2021
- Best Lawyer - Best of Austin - The Austin Chronicles - 2021
- College Member, Texas Bar College
- Top 40 Under 40 - Civil Plaintiff - The National Trial Lawyers - 2020
Geoffrey Puryear, Partner
- Clients' Choice Award - AVVO - 2021 - 2022
- Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Texas - The National Trial Lawyers
Megan Rue, Associate Attorney
- College Member, College of the State Bar of Texas - 2020
- Rising Star Award - Austin Bar Association of Criminal Law - 2020
- Core Participant - Gideon's Promise - 2020 - 2021
- National Executive Committee Member - National Lawyers Guild - 2020 - 2021
- Mentee - Texas Future Indigent Leaders Program
Testimonials
“Hands down this is the team you want on your side. I went through several ultra-high-end law firms and legendary Texas attorneys only to find them lacking in certain areas, especially in regard to ...”
- J.H.
“In the end, his timeframe was right and the charge was dropped. I couldn't imagine going through this journey without both his legal expertise and heartfelt compassion.”
- K.Z.
“A good law firm made my son feel comfortable after he was charged.”
- Chris J.
“An amazing place, they are the greatest team of superheroes! Rick and Liz take care of me in so many ways and I will never go to anyone else they are the best out there!”
- Donovan S.
“He was incredibly professional and proficient at both progressing my case, keeping me in the loop as well as thoroughly explaining what to expect and how to proceed moving forward. I'm very grateful for his services overall.”
- D.S.
“They really listen to and care about their client's needs and consistently fight for the best outcome! I am eternally grateful for all of the effort they put in to go above and beyond for everyone they help.”
- C.D.
“Excellent all around. Highly recommend.”
- W.N.
“He was incredibly professional and proficient at both progressing my case, keeping me in the loop as well as thoroughly explaining what to expect and how to proceed moving forward. I'm very grateful for his services overall.”
- D.S.
“Rick Cofer and team (looking at you Heather & Sarah!) took on our odd situation and truly helped us find closure. We didn't fit into their standard work profile, but they took our case, were easy to ...”
- H.N.
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Practice Areas
- 20%Criminal Defense
- 20%Family Law
- 20%Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 20%Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff
- 10%Criminal Defense: White Collar
- 10%Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff
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