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Trellis Law, Jason H. Coats

Jason earned his bachelor's degree, Master of Business Administration, and law degree from Campbell University.

Prior to becoming a judge, Jason was as a partner at Wilkins, Wellons, & Coats for 15 years.

Jason H. Coats is currently District Court Judge for Judicial District 12. He was appointed in 2019 and has served 1 term.

As a partner at Wilkins, Wellons, & Coats, Jason managed key client relationships, pursued new clients, mentored junior lawyers, oversaw certain areas of legal practice, and provided legal counsel on behalf of clients.

As a state district court judge, Jason oversees civil, juvenile, and misdemeanor criminal cases.

- As a partner at Wilkins, Wellons, & Coats, Jason managed key client relationships, pursued new clients, mentored junior lawyers, oversaw certain areas of legal practice, and provided legal counsel on behalf of clients.
- As a state district court judge, Jason oversees civil, juvenile, and misdemeanor criminal cases.

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As of June 14, 2024, Jason H. Coats did not have a website or any information online.

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Jason H. Coats

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.

District Court Judge, Seat 04

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