Guy Choate was born in Fort Worth, Texas. His family moved to San Angelo in 1960 where he grew up. Except for his time in law school, Guy has lived his entire life in San Angelo. He attended Central High School and Angelo State University before moving to Houston to attend the University of Houston, Bates College of Law where he received his law degree in 1978. He started practicing law in 1979 and in 1982 joined the Webb, Stokes & Sparks, LLP Law Firm where he is a partner. In 1982, Guy married Eva Moutos. They have two children and 3 grandchildren. Eva and Guy own the Coney Island Cafe and the Longhorn Ballroom, located at 212 and 214 S. Chadbourne. Guy loves music, having recorded A Second Texas Trilogy, in 2016. Guy has played with several bands principally providing vocals. He has been active in the community, serving on many Boards and is known state wide for his legal skills. He is a frequent lecturer at Continuing Education events for the State Bar of Texas and other legal organizations. He has served as President of Texas Trial Lawyers Association and the Texas Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, TEX-ABOTA.