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Kevin M. Coates |
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Mr. Coates’ practice concentrates in the areas of complex civil litigation, and administrative and criminal law. Prior to commencing his career in private practice, Mr. Coates served as a Senior Trial Deputy District Attorney for the 17th Judicial District, giving him substantial trial experience and knowledge in criminal matters. He has tried over 85 criminal and civil trials to verdict including first-degree murder cases. His current practice encompasses liquor licensing, business disputes, personal injury matters and criminal defense. Mr. Coates represents numerous retail liquor license applicants and licensees in licensing and enforcement actions.
Mr. Coates has an “AV” rating in the Directory of Lawyers in the United States, published by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
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Education |
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J.D., 1995, University of Denver |
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B.A., 1991, University of Colorado, Boulder |
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Professional Experience |
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Notable Cases and Representative Transactions |
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Practiced extensively (pro hac vice) in the State of Texas in complex civil litigation involving fraud and breaches of long-term coal contracts. |
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Appeared in hundreds of Administrative Hearings involving issues, including Liquor Licensing, Division of Wildlife agency compliance, and Land Use. |
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Major criminal trials have involved charges of murder, assault, sexual assault, menacing, drug possession, embezzlement, vehicular assault, burglary, and criminal solicitation. |
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With Robert A. Dill, successfully defended a client against felony menacing charges brought against him by police who had shot the client in his own home. |
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With Robert A. Dill and Patrick Tooley, represented Plaintiff in U.S. District Court regarding complex Civil Rights issues with a substantial settlement. |
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Representation of clients in U.S. District Court, including trial regarding federal securities issues. |
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