Atty. Daniel T.A. Cotts

Atty. Daniel T.A. Cotts

Daniel is a skilled Tax Attorney who moved to Corpus Christi in 2019 to expand his practice and return to Texas. With over 29 years of experience in the legal profession, Daniel brings a wealth of knowledge of Taxation, IRS Dispute representation & resolution, Estate Planning, Accounting, and Business & Contract Law to South Texas.

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Profile Summary

About Daniel T.A. Cotts at a Glance

Daniel T.A. Cotts is a COTTS LAW based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at Cotts Law. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on irs, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas Utah U.S. Tax Court (2003). Educated at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 2003) and Southern Utah University B.S. Business Administration (—). Serves clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Daniel T.A. Cotts

  • Daniel is a skilled Tax Attorney who moved to Corpus Christi in 2019 to expand his practice and return to Texas
  • With over 29 years of experience in the legal profession, Daniel brings a wealth of knowledge of Taxation, IRS Dispute representation & resolution, Estate Planning, Accounting, and Business & Contract Law to South Texas
  • Born in El Paso, Daniel was raised in scenic Southern Utah, and attended Law School at the University of Utah S.J
  • Quinney College of Law, in Salt Lake City
  • After serving as Judicial Clerk for the 5th District Court of Utah for 2 ½ years, he relocated to Texas and earned his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in Dallas
  • After 7 years split between serving as a Senior Vice-President with the Generation-Skipping Taxation Department at the Northern Trust Co., and as an Editor/Author with CCH Taxation Software company, Daniel operated a successful practice in McKinney for several years
  • After a brief relocation to Phoenix, he returned to Texas in 2019 with an additional degree under his belt: a Master’s of Accountancy – making COTTS LAW a full-service Tax Law Practice

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel T.A. Cotts's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel T.A. Cotts handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Corpus Christi.

IRS Disputes & Audits in Corpus Christi

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Estate Planning & Probate in Corpus Christi

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law in Corpus Christi

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt in Corpus Christi

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law in Corpus Christi

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Corpus Christi

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Corpus Christi are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Corpus Christi Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Corpus Christi-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Daniel T.A. Cotts

Where is Daniel T.A. Cotts's law office located?
Daniel T.A. Cotts's law practice is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The firm is Cotts Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel T.A. Cotts handle?
Daniel T.A. Cotts focuses on irs, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Daniel T.A. Cotts practiced law?
Daniel T.A. Cotts has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Daniel T.A. Cotts go to law school?
Daniel T.A. Cotts earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2003); (—).
How can I contact Daniel T.A. Cotts for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Corpus Christi Choose Daniel T.A. Cotts

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 Daniel T.A. Cotts's practice in the field of irs, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel T.A. Cotts brings 23+ 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 irs, estate planning, and business, Daniel T.A. Cotts can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Corpus Christi

A Corpus Christi-based practice means Daniel T.A. Cotts attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Daniel T.A. Cotts Handles in Corpus Christi

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel T.A. Cotts has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Chapter 7 liquidation
Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 repayment plans
Bankruptcy
Debt negotiation
Bankruptcy
Creditor harassment defense
Bankruptcy

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel T.A. Cotts directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

LL.M. Taxation
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
- 2003
—
Southern Utah University B.S. Business Administration
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas Utah U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2003

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