Bruce A. Coane

Bruce A. Coane

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 43 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration, Employment & Labor, Litigation

5177 Richmond Avenue, Suite 770, Houston, TX

About Bruce

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 50%

I have been Board Certified in immigration law for over 25 years, and my law firm represents clients in all types of immigration cases, including family immigration, business immigration and immigration court and appeals.

50%
Employment and Labor 40%

We represent clients in all types of employment law matters including EEOC, appeals, hearings, discrimination, lawsuits, mediation, arbitration, government employees, civil service, overtime pay, sex harassment and more. We are one of the largest employment law firms (representing mostly employees) in Texas. We also have an office in Florida, where we represent clients in these same matters.

40%
Litigation 10%

Our law firm handles all types of civil litigation in state and federal court , including employment law, family law, business litigation, school law and more.

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 43 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1982

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1997

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

Administrative Suspension

Location

Coane and Associates PLLC

5177 Richmond Avenue, Suite 770, Houston, TX, 77056

Coane and Associates PLLC

407 Lincoln Road, Suite 11-B, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

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Bruce A. Coane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

88 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 88 reviews

Posted by Yuliana | December 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thank you

I wanted the time to thank Mr.Coane and his wonderful associates who helped in my husband’s case. In our long journey we were blessed to have had our questions and concerns answered in timely manner. They helped us every step in immigration process. I’m beyond grateful and share that my husband’s vis...a was approved. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts!

Posted by Artem | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sexual Harassment

Don't waste your time trying to solve the problem yourself - contact Mr. Coane's office!

I was working in a certain organization and once they decided to fire me. This situation was very stressful and morally devastating for me, in such situations you don't know how to behave, and I started looking for legal help. I found the website of Mr. Coane's office on the Internet. I called them a...nd explained my situation. Mr. Coane told me everything at once, how to behave, how to answer correctly and what not to do. And this fact helped me a lot in the further pre-trial mediation on my case of illegal dismissal and sexual harassment. Mr. Coane represented me in a pre-trial mediation with my employer. The entire process lasted about a year, as the employer dragged out the process in every way possible, bribing false witnesses, but eventually lost, thanks to the efforts of Mr. Coane's team and his associates. In the end, I was paid a hefty settlement that exceeded my expectations. There was no way I would have made it on my own, because there were so many nuances and pitfalls in the case documents that only a lawyer who specializes in the subject matter can see. Mr. Coane and his colleagues are punctual, neat, obliging, and decent. All of my documents were analyzed and objective testimony from my former colleagues was obtained, which resulted in winning the case. I thank Mr.Coane and his colleagues and recommend their office to anyone facing a workplace dispute with a dishonest employer, bullying, or workplace harassment. Don't waste your time trying to solve the problem yourself - contact Mr. Coane's office!

Posted by Rachel | November 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney

My angels

Mr Coane and his team supported me in my time of need and helped make me feel understood. Everyone one was friendly and professional

Posted by Mariana | March 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Lawyer!!

We hired Mr. Coane back in 2011 to represent my husband in immigration court, where he was detained. With my husband's case being a difficult one, we didn't know what to expect. But Mr. Coane and his associates helped us, and made the process a little less stressful for us. My husband was able to get... his legal status situated. And we are so grateful for all who worked in my husband's case. Love how quick they responded to any questions or concerns we had. My husband is now a U.S. Citizen! Thank you Mr. Coane and Associates!!

Posted by Callista Davis | March 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mrs.

I describe Bruce Coane as a Gentle Giant, and he is a vessel God used to give me peace of mind. Atty Bruce and the great team at Coane and Associates are invaluable in finding solutions to problems, and they are like a gift of gold. Many people get faced with immigration issues, and it can be over...whelming both financially and emotionally. Still, Bruce Coane is a considerable resource one can consider because he will put his time and expertise into your case, and the result will be worth every penny spent.

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Bruce A. Coane's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Katz

Litigation lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce is a very well respected attorney who I have known for many years He is knowledgeable and effectively gets results for his clients. I highly endorse Bruce."

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Laura Ezry

Unknown lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bruce is a very knowledgeable attorney who I have known for many years. I attended a function where he was the speaker and was very impressed with his public speaking skills and how he answered many questions. . He is a kind and caring professional."

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Thomas Esparza

Immigration lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He and I have worked together on a variety of cases over the 30 years that he has been my friend. I have always found him to be open and honest with our clients, thorough in his preparation of his cases and a great student of the law."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1997.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 1997

updated on 01/18/2019

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Very High rating in both legal abilityand ethical standards, Lexis Nexis | Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas

Associations

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

State Bar of Texas

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Houston Bar Association

Member

Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts

Member

Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit

Member

National Employment Lawyers Association (Houston chapter)

Founding Member

National Employment Lawyers Association (Houston chapter)

Past President

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Texas chapter)

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

Than vs UT Health Science Center

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Education

1981

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Pennsylvania State University, University Park (main campus)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

German

French

Hindi

Swahili

Activity

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