Emily Michele Haas, Copyright Attorney in Cary, North Carolina
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Litigation, and Patent
Litigation AssociateatCoats & Bennett, PLLC
Cary, NC
Practicing copyright in Cary since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Emily Michele Haas is a litigation associate based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on Copyright, Litigation, and Patent. Emily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coats & Bennett, PLLC.
- Based in
- Cary, NC
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Copyright · Litigation · Patent
- Handles Copyright, Litigation, and Patent matters from Cary, NC.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Emily Michele Haas: Emily Michele Haas is a litigation associate based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on Copyright, Litigation, and Patent. Emily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coats & Bennett, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Emily Michele Haas
Emily concentrates on copyright, litigation, patent, trademark, and trade secrets. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Copyright
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Trademark
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Trade Secrets
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Copyright cases in Cary, North Carolina
Emily takes copyright matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Cary, North Carolina
Emily takes litigation matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Cary, North Carolina
Emily takes patent matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Cary, North Carolina
Emily takes trademark matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in Cary, North Carolina
Emily takes trade secrets matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Emily Michele Haas — Over 17 years of North Carolina copyright experience
Emily Michele Haas is a litigation associate based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on Copyright, Litigation, and Patent. Emily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coats & Bennett, PLLC.
Ms. Emily Michele Haas is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, trademark litigation, copyright litigation and 3 other areas of law. Emily has been licensed for 17 years. Emily practices at Coats & Bennett, PLLC in Cary, NC.
How Emily handles copyright matters
Ms. Emily Michele Haas is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, trademark litigation, copyright litigation and 3 other areas of law. Emily has been licensed for 17 years. Emily practices at Coats & Bennett, PLLC in Cary, NC.
The kind of cases Emily takes
Emily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, litigation, and patent matters in Cary and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Emily Michele Haas's legal education and bar admissions
Campbell University
J.D. · 2009
Jurisdictions
Emily's state bar admissions
North Carolina
2009 · ACTIVE
Emily studied at J.D. in Campbell University.
Law school and academic background
Emily completed J.D. in Campbell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emily runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Emily's professional memberships and bar associations
Wake County, North Carolina and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Emily Michele Haas's office in Cary
Emily's primary office is at 1400 Crescent Green, Ste. 300, Cary, NC, 27518. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Emily Michele Haas — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Emily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily'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; Emily will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a copyright attorney in Cary, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 Emily
Emily discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every copyright 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. Emily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Emily's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Emily Michele Haas
How much does it cost to hire Emily for a copyright case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Emily offer a free consultation?
Emily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check Emily's current terms during booking.
How long do copyright cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple copyright 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. Emily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Emily take my case if I'm outside Cary?
Emily is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Emily 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 Emily?
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. Emily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Emily accepting new copyright clients right now?
Emily'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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