Atty. Chad Lee Gates

Atty. Chad Lee Gates

Chad Lee Gates is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, real property, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Chad has been licensed for 33 years.

Sarasota Sarasota 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Chad Lee Gates at a glance

Chad Lee Gates is a formation, trusts, probate, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Florida (1993). Educated at Capital University Law School (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Chad Lee Gates is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, real property, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law
  • Chad has been licensed for 33 years
  • Chad practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Chad Lee Gates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad Lee Gates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sarasota are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chad Lee Gates

Where is Chad Lee Gates's law office located?
Chad Lee Gates's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chad Lee Gates handle?
Chad Lee Gates focuses on formation, trusts, probate, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Chad Lee Gates practiced law?
Chad Lee Gates has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Chad Lee Gates go to law school?
Chad Lee Gates earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Chad Lee Gates for a consultation?
You can contact Chad Lee Gates directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Chad Lee Gates received?
Chad Lee Gates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1993

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