Alternative Dispute Resolution Services

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Our Experience

Mr. Coates has considerable experience having litigated cases on the Central Coast for the past 40 years. Mr. Coates has tried over 75 Superior Court jury trials and 40 court trials in diverse areas including, personal injury (both plaintiff and defense) employment, construction defect, real estate, trust and probate, governmental liability, contract disputes and education law.

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Why Choose Us

Mr. Coates has over 40 years of experience in a variety of practice areas and legal services. Browse his biography to learn more about how he can help you resolve your case in a timely and cost efficient manner.

“AV” rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell

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Southern California Super Lawyer

Mr. Coates was selected as Southern California Super Lawyer in 2012. Click here to learn more.

2019 Honorable Mention Trial Lawyer of the Year

Mr. Coates was awarded the 2019 Honorable mention Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Central Coast Trial Lawyers Association as a result of a $5,510,000 San Luis Obispo County verdict he obtained on behalf of his client in Bruce v. Telfer Technologies, et al.

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