Marijo Coates, IP Attorney in the United States
focused on IP and Real Estate
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Marijo Coates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
About Marijo Coates: Marijo Coates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Marijo takes on
Marijo concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marijo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases nationwide
Marijo takes ip matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marijo agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Marijo takes real estate matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marijo agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Marijo Coates — ip lawyer in the U.S.
Marijo Coates is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
Marijo Coates is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law.
Marijo, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marijo is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Marijo on a ip matter
Marijo Coates is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Marijo, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marijo is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Clients Marijo works with
Marijo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Marijo has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
Locations
Marijo Coates's office in Toronto
Marijo's primary office is at 150 York Street, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Marijo Coates — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marijo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marijo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marijo's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Marijo will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Marijo
Marijo discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Marijo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marijo's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Marijo Coates
How much does it cost to hire Marijo for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marijo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marijo offer a free consultation?
Marijo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marijo's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Marijo's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in this state typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Marijo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marijo take my case if I'm outside the area?
Marijo evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Marijo's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Marijo?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Marijo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marijo accepting new ip clients right now?
Marijo's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.