The National Trial Lawyers (“NTL”) has announced the selection of Paul Coates as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer for the practice area of Civil Plaintiff in North Carolina. The Top 100 distinction is bestowed by the NTL upon a select group of attorneys who exhibit superior qualifications, exemplary trial results, and exceptional leadership in the realms of criminal defense and/or civil plaintiff law. Membership in the NTL Top 100 not only recognizes attorneys for their achievements, but it also offers legal news, information, and continuing education resources to trial lawyers nationwide.