Elaine B Coleman, ADR Attorney in Coventry, Connecticut
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Divorce, and Family Law · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Coventry, CT
Practicing adr in Coventry since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Elaine B Coleman is an attorney based in Coventry, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and Family Law. Elaine has over 42 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Coventry, CT
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- ADR · Divorce · Family Law
- Handles ADR, Divorce, and Family Law matters from Coventry, CT.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Elaine B Coleman: Elaine B Coleman is an attorney based in Coventry, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and Family Law. Elaine has over 42 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Elaine takes on
Elaine concentrates on adr, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elaine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Divorce
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Family Law
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ADR cases in Coventry, Connecticut
Elaine takes adr matters in Coventry, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elaine agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Coventry, Connecticut
Elaine takes divorce matters in Coventry, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elaine agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Coventry, Connecticut
Elaine takes family law matters in Coventry, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elaine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Elaine B Coleman — adr lawyer in Coventry
Elaine B Coleman is an attorney based in Coventry, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and Family Law. Elaine has over 42 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Elaine B Coleman is a lawyer practicing divorce law, family law, mediation. Elaine received a M.S.W. degree from University of Connecticut in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. Elaine practices in Coventry, CT.
Elaine's approach to adr cases
Elaine B Coleman is a lawyer practicing divorce law, family law, mediation. Elaine received a M.S.W. degree from University of Connecticut in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. Elaine practices in Coventry, CT.
Clients Elaine works with
Elaine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, divorce, and family law matters in Coventry and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale Law School
J.D. · 1984
University of Connecticut
M.S.W. Wesleyan · 1979
Jurisdictions
Elaine's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1984 · ACTIVE
Elaine studied at J.D. in Yale Law School and M.S.W. Wesleyan in University of Connecticut.
Law school and academic background
Elaine completed J.D. in Yale Law School and M.S.W. Wesleyan in University of Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Elaine runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Elaine has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Elaine B Coleman's office in Coventry
Elaine's primary office is at 309 Dunn Rd, Coventry, CT, 06238-1163. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Elaine B Coleman — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Elaine. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Coventry.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Elaine B Coleman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elaine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Elaine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elaine'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; Elaine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Coventry, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Elaine
Elaine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Elaine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Elaine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Elaine B Coleman
How much does it cost to hire Elaine for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elaine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Elaine offer a free consultation?
Elaine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elaine's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Elaine's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple adr 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. Elaine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Elaine take my case if I'm outside Coventry?
Elaine is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Elaine 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 Elaine?
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. Elaine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Elaine accepting new adr clients right now?
Elaine'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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