Atty. R. Rainer Cotter III

Atty. R. Rainer Cotter III

Associate Editor, American Journal of Trial Advocacy. Law Clerk to Honorable Daniel H.

Enterprise Enterprise 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About R. Rainer Cotter III at a glance

R. Rainer Cotter III is a Member based in Enterprise, Alabama, practicing at Marsh And Cotter Llp. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1991) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Distr (1991). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1991) and Auburn University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Coffee County and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Enterprise, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Associate Editor, American Journal of Trial Advocacy
  • Law Clerk to Honorable Daniel H. Thomas, Senior United States District Judge, Southern District of Alabama
  • Deputy Attorney General, State of Alabama, 1995—
  • Hearing Officer, Alabama Environmental Management Commission (1995-2001)

Practice Areas Explained

R. Rainer Cotter III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Rainer Cotter III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about R. Rainer Cotter III

Where is R. Rainer Cotter III's law office located?
R. Rainer Cotter III's law practice is located in Enterprise, Alabama. The firm is Marsh And Cotter Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Rainer Cotter III handle?
R. Rainer Cotter III focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has R. Rainer Cotter III practiced law?
R. Rainer Cotter III has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did R. Rainer Cotter III go to law school?
R. Rainer Cotter III earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact R. Rainer Cotter III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has R. Rainer Cotter III received?
R. Rainer Cotter III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1991
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Distr
Admitted: 1991

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