Brian Gullickson

Associate Attorney

I am an advocate. Fighting for my clients and giving them a voice is what I enjoy most as an attorney, and for those of us who are truly called to this profession, nothing is sweeter or more rewarding than upholding and protecting the rights of those in our community.

I began my career in Chicago working with the public defender's office and as a legal aid attorney, primarily cross-examining police officers at hearings and advocating for the release of juveniles from incarceration. As I gained more experience, I decided to make the move out to the Austin, Texas area, and I have never been happier since. I opened my own solo law practice for about two years where I represented clients and tried jury trials in Travis County. I also completed the Tim Evans Trial College where I was able to hone my skills with some of the best trial lawyers in the state of Texas.

I have gained experience working as a prosecutor at the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. There, I learned how prosecutors work and gained experience on the other side, seeing how they build cases and many of the tricks that they use. I have since decided to join Cofer and Connelly, PLLC to practice alongside an elite team of defense lawyers and to further my practice. We make a dynamic team, always thinking of new and creative strategies to win cases.

In my career I have been able to obtain justice for clients who have been wrongfully accused, and I have worked to uphold the US Constitution every day in the courtroom. This is what inspires me and gives me the fire to advocate for each and every client with everything that I have. When you work with me, I will be there with you every step of the way.

Professional Experience

Criminal Defense Attorney, Solo Practitioner
Staff Attorney, Cabrini Green Legal Aid
Intern, Cook County Public Defender's Office

Professional Memberships

State Bar of Texas
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Honors and Awards, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Leadership, Service, and Public Interest Recognition Award
Dean’s List spring of 2019
CALI award recipient

Education

Loyola University Chicago School of Law, JD
Beloit College, BA Philosophy

Trial Summary: Case Dismissed for Father Who Was Only Defending His Child

I represented a young man who was wrongfully accused of a crime after he intervened in a volatile situation to protect his baby girl from harm. English was his second language, and when the police showed up and separated everyone, they arrested him. As a result of trusting his instincts and protecting his child, he ended up being charged with a crime.

I, with the assistance of our talented support staff at Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, worked diligently on his case, spoke with the prosecutor, and got his case dismissed after our first court appearance.

Committed to Excellence

Client Reviews

"He went above and beyond multiple times with a complicated matter and I am forever grateful."
L.B.
"Don't gamble with your freedom, it's not worth the risk. Rick is a hungry attorney; he clearly wants to change the game with his thoughtful and calculated approach to running his firm and his relentless approach to defending his clients. It doesn't get any"
J.H.
"He was very patient with me and my thousand questions regarding my case."
Daniela

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