Atty. Cathi V. Coates
Cathi V. Coates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, mediation and 3 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Berlin, MD · 41+ Years Experience
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About Cathi V. Coates at a Glance
Cathi V. Coates is a Member based in Berlin, Maryland, practicing at Coates, Coates & Coates, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, juvenile, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1985). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1985) and Lynchburg College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wicomico County and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Berlin, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Cathi V. Coates
- Cathi V. Coates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, mediation and 3 other areas of law
- Cathi V. received a B.A. degree from Lynchburg College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Cathi V. practices at Coates, Coates & Coates, P.A. in Berlin, MD and 2 others locations
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Cathi V. Coates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cathi V. Coates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Berlin.
DUI / DWI Defense in Berlin
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Criminal Defense in Berlin
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Juvenile Law in Berlin
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Civil Litigation in Berlin
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Berlin
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Cathi V. Coates is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Berlin
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Berlin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Berlin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Berlin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Berlin Choose Cathi V. Coates
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Cathi V. Coates's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, juvenile, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Cathi V. Coates brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and juvenile, Cathi V. Coates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Berlin
A Berlin-based practice means Cathi V. Coates attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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