Frank J. Coughlin | California Litigation & Dispute Resolution

State Bar of California, No. 164851

With over 30 years of legal experience, Frank J. Coughlin provides strategic litigation, counseling, and ADR services to clients in California. His practice is built on a deep understanding of complex disputes across both state and federal jurisdictions.

Practice Areas & Legal Expertise

Mr. Coughlin handles a broad spectrum of civil litigation and consulting matters, with particular emphasis on:

• Employment Law: Workplace investigations, compliance reviews, and employee/employer counseling.

• Business Litigation: Contract disputes, unfair competition (17200) claims, and trademark litigation.

• Liability & Housing: Premises liability, personal injury, and fair housing matters.

• Complex Litigation: Class actions and multi-party business disputes.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Mr. Coughlin is skilled in resolving high-stakes matters outside of the courtroom.

• Certified Expertise: Received a certificate in Mediating the Litigated Case from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law.

• Forum Experience: Extensive experience in proceedings through JAMS, Judicate West, and ADR Services.

Industries Served

Throughout his career, Mr. Coughlin has represented both plaintiffs and defendants across diverse sectors, including:

• Healthcare & Aerospace

• Financial Institutions

• Manufacturing & Business Enterprises

• Multifamily Housing Operations

Court Admissions

Mr. Coughlin is admitted to practice before the following courts:

• All California State Courts

• U.S. District Courts: Southern, Central, and Northern Districts of California

• Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

• United States Supreme Court