Atty. Bret Patrick Coale

Atty. Bret Patrick Coale

Bret Patrick Coale is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, general litigation, healthcare law and 6 other areas of law. Bret received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Decatur Decatur 18 J. Erfahrung 18 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Bret Patrick Coale at a glance

Bret Patrick Coale is a Member based in Decatur, Illinois, practicing at Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of Illinois (B.A. Humanities, 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Decatur Bar Association Illinois Bar Association Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Decatur, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Bret Patrick Coale is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, general litigation, healthcare law and 6 other areas of law
  • Bret received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Bret practices at Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C. in Decatur, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Bret Patrick Coale's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bret Patrick Coale handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Bret Patrick Coale is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bret Patrick Coale is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bret Patrick Coale is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Bret Patrick Coale is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bret Patrick Coale is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Decatur are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Decatur or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bret Patrick Coale

Where is Bret Patrick Coale's law office located?
Bret Patrick Coale's law practice is located in Decatur, Illinois. The firm is Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bret Patrick Coale handle?
Bret Patrick Coale focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Bret Patrick Coale practiced law?
Bret Patrick Coale has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Bret Patrick Coale go to law school?
Bret Patrick Coale earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Humanities, 2002).
How can I contact Bret Patrick Coale for a consultation?
You can contact Bret Patrick Coale directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bret Patrick Coale received?
Bret Patrick Coale's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law
- 2008
B.A. Humanities
University of Illinois
- 2002

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008

Bewertungen

4.6
15 Bewertung
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.