David Jeffrey Hark Coale

David Jeffrey Hark Coale

also known as Jeff Coale, D. Jeffrey Coale

4.9
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 35 years

Car accident Lawyer at Emory, VA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

PO Box 980, Emory, VA

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 35 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1990

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Location

Jeff Coale, PLC Law Firm

PO Box 980, Emory, VA, 24327

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David Jeffrey Hark Coale's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | July 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Successful Dismissal

I was fortunate to choose Atty. Coale as my lawyer and I would recommend him highly. From the first phone call I was impressed with Atty. Coale's professionalism, politeness and knowledge of the law. His communication and instructions were excellent, easy to follow. My summons alleged a misdemeano...r violation of Va. Code Ann. § 46.2-862, reckless driving by speed (91/70). This would have ruined my driving record and prevented me from getting a CDL license. Jeff not only was able to have it reduced but totally dismissed because he found that there was a technicality that had been missed. So, no fine, no points, no violation on my record. Thanks to Jeff Coale.

Posted by Tim | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best representation out there

Mr. Coale was an absolute pleasure to work with. He recently represented me on the charge of reckless driving 90 in a 70 and I could not be more pleased with his services. He was honest and direct with all of his answers and detailed recommendations for the case, as well as very timely in his respons...es. With his wealth of experience and knowledge I would deffinity recommend Mr. Coale, incredible representation like this is hard to find.

Posted by Valerie | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest and Dependable

Jeff represented my son recently due to a reckless driving charge. Jeff answered all of our questions and gave us worthwhile advice. He always responded to our emails and phone calls in a timely manner, too. He handled my son's case superbly and I recommend Jeff without hesitation. He is knowledgeabl...e, trustworthy and dependable.

Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

1st Class / Highly Recommend

Jeff is personable, professional, top-shelf representation. I hired him to handle a traffic ticket. He exceeded my expectations and delivered a very favorable outcome. Excellent communication, easy to talk to, and a realistic step-by-step approach...Jeff is 1st Class. 5 Stars and highly recommend.

Posted by David | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

White glove service!

Driving through Smyth county VA, I was pulled over for doing 86 in a 70Mph zone which, I found out later, is a reckless driving offense. I am from out of state and I did not want to travel back for the court appearance as it is over 800 miles. I decided to hire an attorney to represent me. After... a good search, all reviews lead me to Jeff. I called him the next day, explained the situation and we came up with a good strategy. Executing on that strategy was a white glove affair. Jeff took care of everything up to and including all the necessary reminders to send him the information he needed to properly represent my defense of the charges. Because of Jeff's long standing history with the court system and the execution of a good strategy, the ticket was reduced to a non-moving violation which will not count against my insurance or towards points on my license. Jeff is a good attorney with the knowledge, understanding of the VA judicial system process and relationships that make a difference.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

1990

Order of the Coif, Washington and Lee University School of Law

1989

Herbert S. Larrick Scholar, Washington and Lee University School of Law

1988

American Jurisprudence Awards, Washington and Lee University School of Law

1985

Victor S. Armbrister Award, Emory and Henry College

1985

Thomas Jefferson Award, Jefferson Society

1982

Emory and Henry Scholar, Emory and Henry College

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Member, Jeff Coale, PLC

1999 - 2003

Commonwealth's Attorney, Washington County, Virginia

1998 - 1999

Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Washington County, Virginia

1995 - 1998

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Washington County, Virginia

1990 - 1995

Attorney, White Bundy McElroy Hodges & Sargent; White Elliott & Bundy

1985 - 1987

Officer and Tactical Team Member, James City County Virginia Police Department

Associations

1990 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

1990 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2003

Virginia Association of Commonwealth's Attorneys

Member

1990 - 1995

Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

confidential

I collected $6.25 million for my client.

B. E. P. v Merck & Co., Inc.

I collected $219,325.18 for my client.

Commonwealth of Virginia v R. T. D.

Case dismissed on motion to strike.

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Education

1990

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor magna cum laude

1985

Emory and Henry College

BA - Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2010

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

The Child Witness in Sexual Abuse Cases

2009

Virginia Sentencing Commission and Virginia State Bar

Ethics in Sentencing

2003

various local law enforcement agencies

Update in Criminal Procedure

2003

Commonwealth's Attorneys' Services Counsel

Faculty Member Trial Advocacy Program

2002

Washington County, Virginia Schools

Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE)

2001

Southwest Law Enforcement Academy

Role of the Commonwealth's Attorney

2000

Bristol Optimist Club

Respect for Law Enforcement

1998

Victims' Rights Day

Victims' Rights

1998

Southwest Law Enforcement Academy

Courtroom Demeanor

1997

Emory & Henry College

Role of the Prosecutor in Society

1994

Virginia Continuing Legal Education

Bridge the Gap Seminar

Languages

English

Activity

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