Joseph C. Coates III
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
West Palm Beach, FL
Practicing business in West Palm Beach since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Joseph C. Coates III is a shareholder based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and M&A. Joseph has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · M&A
- Handles Business, Litigation, and M&A matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Joseph C. Coates III: Joseph C. Coates III is a shareholder based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and M&A. Joseph has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice focus
Joseph C. Coates III represents clients in West Palm Beach, Florida across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Joseph C. Coates III
Joseph C. Coates III focuses his practice on securities litigation, regulatory and class actions, and serves as the head of the West Palm Beach Securities Litigation Group. Joe has represented most of the major broker/dealers in all aspects of their business, including federal and state courts, regulatory matters, and arbitrations. His representation of clients includes appearances as appellate counsel in securities litigation cases in federal and state courts. Joe also focuses on shareholder derivative, corporate governance, and merger and acquisition litigation.
Concentrations
•Securities fraud defense
•Class actions
•Securities arbitration
•Complex commercial litigation
•Shareholder derivative/ corporate governance
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Securities; Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy), 2011-2026
•'Lawyer of the Year,' Litigation - Securities, West Palm Beach, 2020, 2022, and 2025
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2007-2012, 2022-2025
•Listed, South Florida Legal Guide, 'Top Lawyer,' 2020-2021
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2013-2025
•Listed, Thomson Reuters, 'Stand-Out Lawyers,' 2022-2023
•Recognized, Palm Beach Illustrated, 'Top Lawyers,' 2018, 2021-2022, 2024-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States
•Dispute Resolution - Securities Litigation - Defense, 2018-2019
•Dispute resolution - International litigation, 2018-2018
•Litigation - Securities - Shareholder Litigation, 2014-2016
•Finalist, Daily Business Review, 'Top Dealmaker of the Year - Corporate Finance Category,' 2013
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
Credentials
Education
Florida State University College of Law J.D. 1988 Member Florida State University College of Law J.D. Law Review Florida State University College of Law J.D. Order of the Coif Florida State U
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The Citadel, South Carolina
B.S. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Florida U.S. Court o
1988 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
AV Preeminent
Affiliations
Professional memberships
Professional & Community Involvement •Appointed, Florida Office of Financial Regulation, Commissioner's Advisory Council •Member, Palm Beach County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Office locations
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
777 South Flagler Drive, Suite 300 East
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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5.0
1 client review
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What areas of law does Joseph C. Coates III practice?
Joseph C. Coates III focuses on Business, Litigation, M&A, and Personal Injury.
Where is Joseph C. Coates III located?
Joseph C. Coates III primarily serves clients in West Palm Beach, Florida, with an office at 777 South Flagler Drive, Suite 300 East.
How experienced is Joseph C. Coates III?
Joseph C. Coates III has 38 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1988.
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