Aggressive. Skillful. Thorough.
Representing clients across San Diego County since 1978.
Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Law Firm Serving San Diego County
Coast Legal Center APC is a San Diego County law firm with over 40 years of experience in Personal Injury, and Criminal Defense litigation.
Practice Areas
We handle a diverse range of criminal defense and personal injury matters for our clients in San Diego County, and across California. Whether you were arrested for a DUI, want to expunge your criminal record, or were injured by someone else, we will work tirelessly to resolve your case.
We Fight for Accident Victims & Individuals Accused of Crimes
Aggressive Representation
Our attorneys work tirelessly to build strong legal strategies and present convincing arguments to judges and juries.
Track Record of Success
We produce positive outcomes for many of our clients, whether they're facing jail time or dealing with an accident injury.
Cost-Effective Rates
Our firm believes everyone deserves effective legal assistance and offers cost-effective rates, and flat rate fees for legal services.
Personal Approach
We take the time to fully understand every case and provide a professional and supportive environment to reduce client stress.
Thorough Research
Our highly effective team regularly works with experts to gain key information and challenge the other side's claims.
Excellent Reviews
5-star reviews show our attorneys are widely respected by their clients for their high success rate and ethical standards.
Start with a Free Consultation
Choosing a personal injury or criminal defense attorney is an important decision. Our firm has the skills to address your legal needs and will seek an efficient and fair outcome to your legal matter.
About Coastal Legal Center
At Coastal Legal Center APC, our firm understands how challenging legal issues can be for clients facing criminal defense and personal injury cases in the San Diego area.
We focus on our client’s needs while providing highly personalized, convenient, and cost-effective representation. From our offices in San Diego, and Carlsbad we assist and represent clients throughout San Diego County, and the state of California.
From Our Clients
“There are truly No Words to express how my Attorney Jerry Bodow has been a true blessing in my life. Jerry an his staff have been family to me and have looked out for me throughout a 7+ year case. They have worked tirelessly hard for me and my family. The support, friendship and love they have shown words can't describe enough. Jerry I am blessed to have you as my attorney and friend. Thank you for all your expertise, friendship and love.”
“Jerry is an incredibly competent, experienced, and knowledgeable attorney whom has a great heart and strives to make the World better through law. He is passionately dedicated to his clients and truly cares about their well being and outcomes. He has decades of experience in Southern California and is well known and respected amongst the law community. He comes highly recommended by many other attorneys, law professionals, and clients, and you can trust Jerry to provide the best legal advice, counsel, and care available.”
“You could say Jerry saved my life! Couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to help me with my case. 10/10 would recommend if in need of a lawyer.
Thank you so much again!”
“They (Coast Legal Center APC) have been my top legal advice for the last decade. Extremely happy with how efficient, honest, and easy to communicate with this firm has always been. Highly recommend to anyone looking for amazing legal service.”
Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Resources
With over 40 years of experience, we’ve answered some of our most frequently asked questions and created dozens of blogs and articles on personal injury and criminal defense topics.
Meet Founder Jerrold Bodow
Attorney Jerrold Bodow is committed to being an aggressive, zealous advocate for his clients. He has years of experience and an outstanding record of success. Mr. Bodow has a network of resources to support his client’s claims.
Committed to doing whatever it takes to win for his clients, he networks with other attorneys on many cases, with no additional fee or charge to the client. His team of experts includes forensic scientists, private investigators, and other subject matter experts.
San Diego / Downtown Office
401 W A St #1150
San Diego, CA 92101
Carlsbad / North County Office
North County, San Diego
Carlsbad, CA 92009