Atty. Gary W. Coker

Atty. Gary W. Coker

Gary W. Coker, a principal with the firm, is a native of Jasper, Texas.

Beaumont Beaumont 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary W. Coker at a glance

Gary W. Coker is a Principal based in Beaumont, Texas, practicing at Germer PLLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in State Bar of Texas All Texas state courts United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Unite (1986). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1986) and Lamar University (B.B.A. Finance, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Memberships and Affiliations •State Bar of Texas •Jefferson County Bar Association •Texas Association of Bank Counsel •Texas Bar Foundation, Life Fellow •East Texas Bankruptcy Bar Association. Serands clients in Beaumont, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary W. Coker, a principal with the firm, is a native of Jasper, Texas
  • For more than 35 years, Gary has represented financial institutions, businesses and individuals primarily in the areas of business organizations and transactions, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, real estate, health law and estate planning and probate
  • Gary is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Ratings and is licensed to practice in Texas state courts and the United States District Court for the Eastern, Southern, Western and Northern Districts of Texas, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
  • He is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Jefferson County Bar Association, Texas Association of Bank Council, and is a Life fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation
  • He is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas and is an active member of Beaumont’s First Baptist Church
  • Gary is also a certified mediator
  • Professional Background •Joined Germer as a principal in 2006 Professional Certifications •Certified Mediator Civic Involvement •Leadership Beaumont graduate •Active member of Beaumont’s First Baptist Church

Practice Areas Explained

Gary W. Coker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary W. Coker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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 Beaumont 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary W. Coker

Where is Gary W. Coker's law office located?
Gary W. Coker's law practice is located in Beaumont, Texas. The firm is Germer PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary W. Coker handle?
Gary W. Coker focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Gary W. Coker practiced law?
Gary W. Coker has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Gary W. Coker go to law school?
Gary W. Coker earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.B.A. Finance, 1983).
How can I contact Gary W. Coker for a consultation?
You can contact Gary W. Coker 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 Gary W. Coker received?
Gary W. Coker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1986
B.B.A. Finance
Lamar University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

State Bar of Texas All Texas state courts United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Unite
Admitted: 1986

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