About Rick Cofer
Attorney Rick Cofer is a partner with Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, law firm in Austin, Texas. Nationally known as among the top trial attorneys in the country, Mr. Cofer has more than 13 years of legal experience. Recognized in 2021 as Best Lawyer by the Austin Chronicle, a Rising Star by ThomsonReuters, and Top 1% by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, he provides unmatched counsel and support to clients throughout Texas who have legal needs involving any of the following: Rick has experience in a wide range of practice areas, including DWI, domestic violence, murder, and juvenile crimes disputes. Rick also has a rich history of experience in financial and political arenas, helping leaders in politics and business safeguard their interests and understand how they and their endeavors can thrive. Rick’s legal acumen makes him a powerful addition to any case. Contact the offices of Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, to work with Rick on your case. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Rick Cofer included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Rick Cofer Included on the 2026Texas Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list
Education
Non Legal Education
- University of Texas, Austin, Texas
- B.A.
- Honors: With Honors
- Honors: Temple Scholar
- Honors: Normandy Scholar
- Honors: LBJ Fellow
- Major: Government and History
Current Employment Position(s)
- Partner
Past Positions
- Law Office of Rick Cofer, PLLC, Criminal Defense Attorney
- Travis County District Attorney’s Office, Assistant District Attorney
- Travis County Attorney’s Office, Assistant County Attorney
- Languages
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
Pro Bono Activities
- Secretary and Board Member, KIND Clinic Board of Directors
- Board Member and former Chair, Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) Board of Directors
- Vice Chair and Member, City of Austin Parks & Recreation Board, 2015-2019
- President and Board Member, Pease Park Conservancy Board of Directors, 2015-2018
- Board Member, City of Austin South Central Waterfront Advisory Board, 2018
- Chair, City of Austin Aquatic Master Plan Task Force, 2017-2018
- Delegate, Austin AFL-CIO Central Labor Council, 2009-2018
- Member, Travis County Civil and Family Courthouse Citizen Advisory Committee, 2016
- Member, City of Austin Parkland Events Task Force, 2015-2016
- Chair, Vice Chair, and Commissioner, City of Austin Zero Waste Advisory Commission, 2007-2015
- Chair, City of Austin Recycling Ordinance Reform Committee, 2009-2012
- Founder and Chair, Austin Bag the Bags Coalition, 2007-2012
- Member, Salvage Vanguard Theater Board of Directors, 2008-2010
Bar Admissions
- U.S. Supreme Court
- Supreme Court of Texas
- U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
Other Affiliations
- State Bar of Texas
- Austin Bar Association, Criminal Law Section, 2014 - Present (Treasurer)
- Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Austin Young Lawyers Association
- College of the State Bar of Texas
- Austin LGBT Bar Association
- Texas County and District Attorneys Association, 2009 - 2018
- Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Beta Kappa
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Rick Cofer |
| Firm | Cofer & Connelly, PLLC |
| Address | 602 W 11th St, Austin, TX 78701 |
| Phone | 512-200-7523 |
| Website | www.coferconnelly.com |
| Website | austinjuvenilelaw.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |