Atty. John Scott Coalter

Atty. John Scott Coalter

Mr. John Scott Coalter is a lawyer practicing state and federal criminal defense, appeals and other past conviction relief.

Greensboro Greensboro 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (743) 209-5983 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Scott Coalter at a glance

John Scott Coalter is an Owner and Manager based in Greensboro, North Carolina, practicing at Coalter Law, PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, and appellate. Educated at Campbell University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Government, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Greensboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Scott Coalter is a lawyer practicing state and federal criminal defense, appeals and other past conviction relief
  • John Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • John Scott practices at Coalter Law, PLLC in Greensboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Scott Coalter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Scott Coalter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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Federal Crimes

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

John Scott Coalter is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Scott Coalter

Where is John Scott Coalter's law office located?
John Scott Coalter's law practice is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The firm is Coalter Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Scott Coalter handle?
John Scott Coalter focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Scott Coalter practiced law?
John Scott Coalter has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did John Scott Coalter go to law school?
John Scott Coalter earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Government, 1989).
How can I contact John Scott Coalter for a consultation?
You can contact John Scott Coalter 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 John Scott Coalter received?
John Scott Coalter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University School of Law
- 1996
B.A. Government
University of Texas at Austin
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

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