Diane Marie Coffey, Construction Attorney in Wilmington, Delaware
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Wilmington, DE
Practicing construction in Wilmington since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Diane Marie Coffey is an attorney based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Diane has over 36 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Wilmington, DE
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Construction, General, and Personal Injury matters from Wilmington, DE.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Diane Marie Coffey: Diane Marie Coffey is an attorney based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Diane has over 36 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Diane takes on
Diane concentrates on construction, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Diane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Construction cases in Wilmington, Delaware
Diane takes construction matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
General cases in Wilmington, Delaware
Diane takes general matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Wilmington, Delaware
Diane takes personal injury matters in Wilmington, Delaware. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Diane Marie Coffey — construction lawyer in Wilmington
Diane Marie Coffey is an attorney based in Wilmington, DE. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Diane has over 36 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Diane Marie Coffey is a lawyer practicing automobile & trucking, construction law, general liability and 5 other areas of law. Diane received a B.S. degree from Trenton State College or now The College of N.J., and has been licensed for 36 years. Diane practices in Wilmington, DE.
How Diane handles construction matters
Diane Marie Coffey is a lawyer practicing automobile & trucking, construction law, general liability and 5 other areas of law. Diane received a B.S. degree from Trenton State College or now The College of N.J., and has been licensed for 36 years. Diane practices in Wilmington, DE.
Who Diane represents
Diane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and personal injury matters in Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Widener University School of Law J.D.
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Trenton State College or now The College of N.J. B.S. Business Administration
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Jurisdictions
Diane's state bar admissions
Delaware
1992 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1991 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1990 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1990 · ACTIVE
Diane studied at — in Widener University School of Law J.D. and — in Trenton State College or now The College of N.J. B.S. Business Administration.
Law school and academic background
Diane completed — in Widener University School of Law J.D. and — in Trenton State College or now The College of N.J. B.S. Business Administration. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Diane runs in Delaware is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Diane has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Diane's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •Commission on Law and Technology, Supreme Court of Delaware, 2013-Present •Delaware Crime Stoppers - Board Member
2014-present) and Secretary (2017-present · membership
Locations
Diane Marie Coffey's office in Wilmington
Diane's primary office is at 300 N Market St Ste 204, Wilmington, DE, 19801-2530. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Diane Marie Coffey — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Diane. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Wilmington.
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How to hire Diane Marie Coffey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Diane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Diane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diane's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Diane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Wilmington, Delaware
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Diane
Diane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Diane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Diane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Diane Marie Coffey
How much does it cost to hire Diane for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Diane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Diane offer a free consultation?
Diane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diane's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Diane's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Delaware typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Diane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Diane take my case if I'm outside Wilmington?
Diane is licensed in Delaware. Matters governed by Delaware law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Diane will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Diane?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Diane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Diane accepting new construction clients right now?
Diane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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