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Duane L. Coker
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About Duane
Biography
Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers
Duane L. Coker is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal , Robb & Cannon opened in August 1998.
We chose to become a part of the Denton and Collin County Community because North Texas is a place that continues to embrace the traditional values of community. We are proud to be a part of a caring and connected society.
Our office believes in the importance of our clients. We strive to return your phone calls, answer your e-mails, remember your appointments, and treat you like the important person that you are. We will handle your divorce, or other family law, case with great care and enthusiasm and work closely with you to help you achieve your goals.
Our office assists clients in many ways:
Coker, Robb & Cannon represent clients in family law cases. More than just Texas divorce lawyers, our office helps clients with child custody litigation, adoption, child support, modifications, and juvenile cases.
We also handle probate litigation, including guardianships, probating Wills, and Will contests.
One of our areas of practice which we are most excited about is assisting clients with Collaborative Law cases. In these cases, clients agree to settle their case with the opposing party in a dignified and efficient manner without contested Court proceedings.
Duane L. Coker, Kelly K. Erickson, and Jacqueline D. Cannon are trained in Collaborative Law. Duane is a charter member of the Collaborative Law Institute of Texas and is active in both local and international Collaborative Law groups.
We are happy to assist you in any of our primary law practice areas.
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law
- Family Law
- Juvenile Law
- Probate and Guardianships
Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
33 years
33 years
33 years
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 31 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers
Fax
3251 Unicorn Lake Blvd, Denton, TX, 76210
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Fax
4875 Preston Rd,, Suite 100, Frisco, TX, 75034
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420 Throckmorton St., Suite 200, Fort Worth, TX, 76102
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Online Presence
Other places you can find Duane online.
Duane L. Coker's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
27 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Trusts
Posted by Cheryl | December 29, 2010 | Trusts
Very Knowledgeable
I moved to Texas. I was very impressed with their knowledge of special needs trust. All the staff is very kind and knowledgeable as well. I highly recommend Duane L. Coker and Ass.
Duane L. Coker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Duane mediated a family law case for my firm. I will use him again for my next mediation in Denton County."
"Duane is an excellent attorney. I have had cases with Duane where our clients were adverse, and where our clients were aligned, and I have observed firsthand his skill in diligently and professionally representing his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Duane without reservation."
"I endorse Duane. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Duane on cases and can say without hesitation that he is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He cares about his clients and works hard to gain them a favorable outcome."
"I have worked with Duane on multiple projects, including the Denton County Bar Association Board of Directors. He is definitely a leader in the community with a well deserved reputation for being a highly competent, straightforward and honest attorney. I am pleased to endorse him."
"Duane is an excellent attorney. Duane provides the steadfastness, intelligence and commitment to clients and their cases consistently resulting in favorable outcomes. I would highly recommend Duane for any client seeking a Family Attorney in Texas."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have found Duane Coker to be incisive, keen, crafty, and artful. He is especially excellent in family law and probate matter. It is without hesitation or reservation that I recommend him. Merv Waage, Vice President of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys for the State Bar of Texas 2002 - 2006"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him and believe he is a professional who works to secure best resolution possible for his clients, who are often at a difficult crossroads in their lives."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Texas Super Lawyer 2012, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Texas Super Lawyer 2011, Super Lawyers
2005
Award of Appreciation, Denton County Bar Association
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Duane L. Coker & Associates, P.C.
1993 - 1995
Associate Attorney, Eisenberg, Weigel, Blau, Reitz, & Clemens
Associations
2012 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationPresident
2009 - Present
Texas College of Collaborative LawSenior Sustaining Fellow
2009 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2009 - Present
Denton County Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard of Directors
2003 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2003 - Present
International Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2003 - Present
Collaborative Law Institute of TexasCharter Member
2000 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1998 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
1998 - Present
Federal Eastern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
1994 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2011 - 2012
Denton County Bar AssociationPresident Elect
2008 - 2009
Denton County Bar AssociationSecretary
2007 - 2008
Denton County Family Law SectionChair
2003 - 2004
Denton County Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law SectionProbate Chair
1993 - 1995
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1989 - 1989
United States CongressStaff Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Successfully proved existence of Texas Informal Marriage
Education
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Client Intake: Assessing the Case
2009
Social Networking Evidence
2009
Collaborative Case Study - Collaborative Divorce Within a Guardianship
2008
What Paralegals Need to Know About Collaborative Law
2003
Ad Litem in Probate and Guardianship Cases
Publications
2010
2009
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
How long does the attorney have to get the final decree together for me to look over and sign?
28 Sep 2011
Do lottery winnings legally have to be split with your spouse in Texas if you are getting a divorce?
23 Sep 2011
401k of community property
14 Sep 2011
Legal Guides
An Anatomy of a Texas Divorce Decree – Part 2
02 Oct 2011
An Anatomy of a Texas Divorce Decree – Part 1
02 Oct 2011
About Uncontested Divorces
29 Sep 2011