Paul Coggins

Career

Paul leverages his experience as a former U.S. Attorney and notable prosecutorial achievements to defend Fortune 500 clients in high-stakes federal litigation and SEC matters. His comprehensive knowledge and commitment to justice make him an asset to clients facing white collar criminal issues.

With a career spanning decades, including serving as the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Paul brings significant experience in white collar criminal defense and high-stakes litigation. He has represented numerous Fortune 500 companies in federal courts and before the SEC, dealing with complex issues such as tax fraud, securities violations, and corporate misconduct.

Paul regularly leads internal investigations involving allegations of bribery, insider trading, and compliance violations, and he has a strong track record in developing robust compliance and ethics programs for businesses. Paul’s notable achievements include conducting one of the most complex cases under the federal Economic Espionage Act and prosecuting early cybercrime cases.

Paul helps clients navigate intricate legal landscapes, achieving outcomes in their favor through court representation or preventive measures such as compliance counseling.

Professional Memberships

Board member, National Association of Former United States Attorneys (NAFUSA)

- Past president

Member, American Bar Association

Founder, Southwest Section, Committee for White Collar Crime

Former chair, Criminal Justice Section, White Collar Crime Committee’s North Texas/Oklahoma Region Subcommittee (2008)

Member, Bar Association, Fifth Federal Circuit

Member, Dallas Bar Association

Member, Texas Bar Foundation

Member, Federal Judicial Evaluation Committee in Texas (2009-2011)

Past president, North Texas Crime Commission

Personal

Board member, Dallas Classic Film Festival

- Treasurer

Advisory board member, Texas Book Festival

Advisory council member, Harry Ransom Center

Emeritus board member, Dallas CASA