Atty. James Coates

Atty. James Coates

Atty. James Coates is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate.

Brookfield Brookfield 13 Years Experience 13 year
Call (262) 864-6898

Profile Summary

About James Coates at a glance

James Coates is an Attorney based in Brookfield, Wisconsin, practicing at Block Legal Services, LLC. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on probate and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2013). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (JD, 2012). Serves clients in Brookfield, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. James Coates is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate
  • James has been licensed for 13 years
  • James practices at Block Legal Services, LLC in Brookfield, WI

Practice Areas Explained

James Coates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Coates 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Coates

Where is James Coates's law office located?
James Coates's law practice is located in Brookfield, Wisconsin. The firm is Block Legal Services, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Coates handle?
James Coates focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has James Coates practiced law?
James Coates has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did James Coates go to law school?
James Coates earned their education at (JD, 2012).
How can I contact James Coates for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

JD
University of Minnesota Law School
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2013

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