Atty. Paul Michael Coats

Atty. Paul Michael Coats

Mr. Paul Michael Coats is a lawyer practicing collections, family.

Dallas Dallas 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Michael Coats at a glance

Paul Michael Coats is a family law and creditor rights attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Texas (2005). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Paul Michael Coats is a lawyer practicing collections, family
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Paul practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Coats's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael Coats handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Dallas 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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Where is Paul Michael Coats's law office located?
Paul Michael Coats's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Coats handle?
Paul Michael Coats focuses on family law, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Paul Michael Coats practiced law?
Paul Michael Coats has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Paul Michael Coats go to law school?
Paul Michael Coats earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2001).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2005

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