Atty. Theodore Patrick Coates

Atty. Theodore Patrick Coates

Theodore Patrick Coates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial litigation, appellate practice and 14 other areas of law. Theodore received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Theodore Patrick Coates at a Glance

Theodore Patrick Coates is a Member based in Englewood, Colorado, practicing at Law Office of Theodore P. Coates. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trademark, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in U.S. Tax Court, Colorado and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1976), Colorado (1976), and Florida (1977). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1976) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.S. University, 1972). Active member of Denver, Colorado (Member, Taxation Section) and American (Member, Franchising Section) Bar Associations The Florida Bar Denver Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in Englewood, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Theodore Patrick Coates

  • Theodore Patrick Coates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial litigation, appellate practice and 14 other areas of law
  • Theodore received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Theodore practices at Law Office of Theodore P. Coates in Englewood, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore Patrick Coates's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore Patrick Coates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Englewood.

Wills in Englewood

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Contracts in Englewood

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Trademark Law in Englewood

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Trusts in Englewood

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Probate in Englewood

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Englewood

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

Englewood Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Englewood-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Theodore Patrick Coates

Where is Theodore Patrick Coates's law office located?
Theodore Patrick Coates's law practice is located in Englewood, Colorado. The firm is Law Office of Theodore P. Coates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theodore Patrick Coates handle?
Theodore Patrick Coates focuses on wills, contracts, trademark, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Theodore Patrick Coates practiced law?
Theodore Patrick Coates has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Theodore Patrick Coates go to law school?
Theodore Patrick Coates earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S. University, 1972).
How can I contact Theodore Patrick Coates for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Englewood Choose Theodore Patrick 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 Theodore Patrick Coates's practice in the field of wills, contracts, trademark, trusts, and probate.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Theodore Patrick Coates brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in U.S. Tax Court, Colorado and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, Colorado, and Florida, Theodore Patrick Coates can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering wills, contracts, and trademark, Theodore Patrick Coates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Englewood

A Englewood-based practice means Theodore Patrick Coates attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1976
B.S. University
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1972

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

U.S. Tax Court, Colorado and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1976
Colorado
Admitted: 1976
Florida
Admitted: 1977

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