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.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Tulsa, OK · 30+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- Stephen practices at Wilson, Cain & Acquaviva in Tulsa, OK
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Michael Coates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Michael Coates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tulsa.
Employment Law in Tulsa
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Stephen Michael Coates is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oklahoma →
Business & Corporate Law in Tulsa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Stephen Michael Coates is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oklahoma →
Civil Litigation in Tulsa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Stephen Michael Coates is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oklahoma →
Insurance Law in Tulsa
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Stephen Michael Coates is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Oklahoma →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tulsa
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 venue, 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.
Tulsa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tulsa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tulsa Choose Stephen Michael Coates
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stephen Michael Coates's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Michael Coates brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Stephen Michael Coates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tulsa
A Tulsa-based practice means Stephen Michael Coates attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Stephen Michael Coates Handles in Tulsa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen Michael Coates has experience with under Oklahoma law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen Michael Coates directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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