W. Chris "Chris" Coleman
About W. Chris Coleman
W. Chris Coleman is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. W. Chris Coleman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Corporate Compliance Law
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
- Securities Regulation
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation
Education: University of Oklahoma, BA, graduated 1979, University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 1982, and University of Oklahoma, BA, graduated 1979
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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