Wade CoyeFrom Dairy Farm to Law Firm
From fourth-generation dairy farming roots in upstate New York to the courtrooms of Central Florida, Wade's journey is built on hard work, service to others, and fighting for justice.
Wade Coye, Attorney at Law
Serving Central Florida for 30+ Years
Fourth Generation Dairy Farm
Central New York Heritage
Farm-Raised Values
Wade's foundation was built on a dairy farm in central New York, where he worked side-by-side with his grandfather and father. Those early mornings planting crops, caring for livestock, and solving seemingly impossible problems shaped his character.
"Some days we would start working before the sun came up and wouldn't stop until long after dark," Wade recalls. Through this, he learned simple truths: there is reward in helping others, and success requires hard work, even when facing impossible tasks.
These core values—hard work, perseverance, and helping others—became the heart and soul of Coye Law Firm when it was founded in 1991.
"While Coye Law Firm officially began in 1991, our true heart and soul was not founded in a building, but on a dairy farm in central New York."
- Wade Coye
Hard Work
Dawn to dusk dedication
Helping Others
Finding reward in service
Problem Solving
Tackling impossible challenges
Military Service
Wade served in the United States Army Infantry, 1/41st Infantry Battalion, 2nd Armored Division at Fort Hood, Texas.
U.S. Army Infantry Service
1/41st Infantry Battalion, 2nd Armored Division
Under the command of Lt. Colonel Franklin W. Trapnell, Jr., Wade learned invaluable lessons about leadership, discipline, and service. His military experience gave him a deep understanding of duty and the importance of standing up for those who cannot stand for themselves.
As a veteran, Wade is acutely aware of the unique challenges that fellow veterans face. This understanding drives his commitment to providing experienced and aggressive representation on USERRA claims and other veteran-related legal matters.
Service Details
U.S. Army Infantry
1/41st Infantry Battalion
2nd Armored Division
Fort Hood, Texas
Command
Lt. Colonel Franklin W. Trapnell, Jr.
Specialized in veteran legal issues including USERRA claims
The Path to Law
From SUNY Morrisville to Buffalo Law School, Wade's educational journey was driven by purpose—to help ordinary people navigate the American justice system.
1Early Years
Wade's education began at SUNY Morrisville with an Associate of Arts degree, then continued at SUNY Buffalo where he earned his Bachelor of Arts. He graduated cum laude from SUNY Buffalo Law School with his Juris Doctor, earning honors including Moot Court and the Trial Technique Award.
His political background included serving on the staff of Hon. Gerald B. Solomon (Congressman from Glens Falls, NY) and Hon. George C. Wortley (Congressman from Syracuse, NY), giving him unique insights into how government works—insights that would prove invaluable in advocating for his clients.
Wade began his legal career at a large commercial law firm, handling work for the Resolution Trust Corporation, products liability, and directors and officers liability cases. But in 1991, he founded Coye Law Firm as a consumer-focused practice dedicated to personal injury, workers compensation, and wrongful death cases.
2Finding His Focus
Personal Injury
Working with people whose lives had been turned upside down by accidents
Workers' Compensation
Standing up for injured workers who were being denied fair treatment
Disability Law
Helping people navigate complex disability benefit systems
Practice Areas Breakdown:
100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
30+ Years in Central Florida
While based in Central Florida, Wade's practice extends across multiple states, serving clients throughout Florida, New York, Michigan, Washington D.C., and beyond.
Three Decades
Building relationships and trust in the Central Florida community
Community Ties
Active in local organizations and community events
Local Knowledge
Understanding the unique challenges facing Central Florida families
Wade is admitted to practice law in Florida (1989), New York, Michigan, and the District of Columbia (2008). He's also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida and all Florida State Courts.
His firm serves clients throughout Florida, with a focus on Orange, Seminole, Indian River, Brevard, Polk, Osceola, Lake, and Sumter Counties. The firm has obtained million-dollar recoveries in catastrophic injury cases and successfully handled appeals to the First and Fifth District Courts of Appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
An early adapter of technology, Wade appeared on one of the first national lists of lawyers using the Internet. He continues to leverage technology to better serve clients, including custom databases and digital record management.
What Drives Wade
Understanding the person behind the practice and what motivates three decades of dedicated service.
"I've learned that most people don't want to be in a lawyer's office. They're there because something has gone wrong, and they need someone who will listen and fight for them."
Wade Coye
His Approach
Wade believes in treating each client like family. He takes the time to understand not just the legal issues, but how those issues are affecting his clients' daily lives, their families, and their futures.
His farm upbringing and military training taught him to be thorough and prepared, while his years of practice have taught him the importance of clear communication and setting realistic expectations. Wade works tirelessly to give clients the justice they deserve.
Why He Continues
Wade is married with five children, including his oldest son who has completed three combat tours with the United States Marine Corps. As a licensed private pilot, Wade flies his company-owned plane to various locations on behalf of clients for discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
Beyond the law, Wade is a certified scuba diver with interests in aviation, soccer, and real estate. He remains active in professional organizations including the Florida Workers Advocates, American Bar Association, Florida Bar Association, Washington D.C. Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, Brevard County Bar Association, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Airplane Owners and Pilots Association.
Wade has also dedicated time to pro bono work with the Citizen Dispute Society and Orange County Legal Aid Society, ensuring that access to justice isn't limited by financial means.
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If you're facing a legal challenge and need someone in your corner, Wade is here to help.
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