Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ocean City, MD
Coates, Coates & Coates, P.A. has been a trusted legal partner on Maryland's Eastern Shore since 1954. Our family-owned firm combines decades of legal expertise with personalized attention to serve businesses and individuals across multiple practice areas. Founded by Raymond D. Coates and expanded by subsequent generations, we maintain a commitment to community-focused representation. Our attorneys specialize in business law, estate planning, real estate, and litigation, delivering tailored solutions grounded in local market knowledge.With offices in Ocean City and Snow Hill, we offer accessible, client-centered legal services backed by a history of successful outcomes. Our team prioritizes long-term relationships, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance through every legal challenge. This enduring approach has solidified our reputation as a premier law firm serving Maryland's coastal region.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Civil Litigation
Criminal Law
Condominium Law
Traffic Offenses
Landlord/Tenant Law
Trademark Law
Probate Administration
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We have provided legal services on Maryland's Eastern Shore since 1954
- Our family-owned firm offers personalized attention from experienced attorneys
- We maintain deep expertise across 10+ legal practice areas
- Our team includes attorneys with specialized knowledge in local real estate and business law
- We operate from two convenient locations in Ocean City and Snow Hill
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice provides strategic legal guidance for companies operating on Maryland's Eastern Shore. We assist with entity formation, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys help businesses navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining focus on growth and operational objectives.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans tailored to individual needs, including wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys ensure your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes while minimizing tax implications for beneficiaries.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, title examinations, and property disputes. We handle closings, zoning issues, and land development matters with expertise specific to Maryland's coastal region.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in civil court matters involving contract disputes, property conflicts, and business litigation. Our approach focuses on achieving favorable settlements while preparing for courtroom advocacy when necessary.
Criminal Law
Our criminal defense practice protects clients facing charges in Maryland courts. We handle traffic offenses through serious criminal matters, providing aggressive representation while maintaining client confidentiality.
People
Ray Coates, Jr.
Attorney
Practicing law in Ocean City since 1974, Ray Coates, Jr. specializes in business law, real estate, and estate planning with a focus on local market needs.
B. Randall Coates
Attorney
With experience since 1975, B. Randall Coates handles business law, civil litigation, and criminal defense matters in Worcester County's legal system.
Thomas K. Coates
Attorney
Practicing since 1985, Thomas K. Coates focuses on business law, real estate transactions, and estate planning for Ocean City businesses and residents.
W. Hank Fisher III
Attorney
W. Hank Fisher III brings expertise in business law, creditors' rights, and trademark protection to clients in Ocean City's commercial sector.
Questions
What areas of law does Coates, Coates & Coates specialize in?
We specialize in business law, estate planning, real estate law, civil litigation, criminal law, condominium law, and trademark law across Maryland's Eastern Shore.
How long has the firm been serving Maryland's Eastern Shore?
Our firm has provided legal services to the Eastern Shore since 1954, maintaining continuous operation for over seven decades.
Are attorneys available in multiple locations?
Yes, we serve clients from two offices located in Ocean City and Snow Hill, Maryland.
What makes Coates, Coates & Coates different from other law firms?
As a family-owned firm with generational expertise, we combine deep local knowledge with personalized legal representation tailored to each client's needs.
Can I get assistance with real estate transactions?
Yes, our firm offers comprehensive real estate law services including property transactions, zoning issues, and land use matters.
Do you handle estate planning and probate matters?
Yes, we provide complete estate planning services and probate administration for wills and trusts across Maryland.
