Atty. Stephen Michael Coates

Atty. Stephen Michael Coates

Stephen Michael Coates is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance litigation, employment litigation and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Tulsa Tulsa 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Michael Coates at a glance

Stephen Michael Coates is an Associate based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Wilson, Cain & Acquaviva. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1996). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1995) and University of Kansas (B.A. University, 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Michael Coates is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance litigation, employment litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Stephen practices at Wilson, Cain & Acquaviva in Tulsa, OK

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Michael Coates's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Stephen Michael Coates is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oklahoma →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stephen Michael Coates is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oklahoma →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Michael Coates is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oklahoma →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Stephen Michael Coates is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Michael Coates

Where is Stephen Michael Coates's law office located?
Stephen Michael Coates's law practice is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The firm is Wilson, Cain & Acquaviva. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Michael Coates handle?
Stephen Michael Coates focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Stephen Michael Coates practiced law?
Stephen Michael Coates has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Stephen Michael Coates go to law school?
Stephen Michael Coates earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. University, 1990).
How can I contact Stephen Michael Coates for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Michael Coates 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 Stephen Michael Coates received?
Stephen Michael Coates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 1995
B.A. University
University of Kansas
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1996

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