Atty. Brad Cates
Brad Cates is a lawyer practicing business, criminal defense, government and 3 other areas of law. Brad received a B.A. degree from New Mexico State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Plano, TX · 35+ Years Experience
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About Brad Cates at a Glance
Brad Cates is a criminal defense, immigration, business, government, and international attorney based in Plano, Texas. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Texas (inactive) (1991), New Mexico (1991), and District of Columbia (1991). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1975) and New Mexico State University (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brad Cates
- Brad Cates is a lawyer practicing business, criminal defense, government and 3 other areas of law
- Brad received a B.A. degree from New Mexico State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Brad practices in Plano, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Brad Cates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brad Cates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plano.
Criminal Defense in Plano
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Immigration Law in Plano
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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Business & Corporate Law in Plano
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brad Cates is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Plano
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Brad Cates is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
International Law in Plano
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plano
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Plano are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Plano Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plano-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Plano Choose Brad Cates
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brad Cates's practice in the field of criminal defense, immigration, business, government, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brad Cates brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas (inactive), New Mexico, and District of Columbia, Brad Cates can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, immigration, and business, Brad Cates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plano
A Plano-based practice means Brad Cates attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brad Cates Handles in Plano
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brad Cates has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brad Cates directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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