Atty. Charles Matthew Bates

Atty. Charles Matthew Bates

Charles Matthew Bates is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, domestic relations, criminal law and 2 other areas of law. Charles received a B.B.A. degree from Memphis State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Lawrenceburg Lawrenceburg 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Matthew Bates at a glance

Charles Matthew Bates is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp, and ssd attorney based in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2001). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Memphis State University (B.B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Lawrenceburg, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles Matthew Bates is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, domestic relations, criminal law and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.B.A. degree from Memphis State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Charles practices in Lawrenceburg, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Matthew Bates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Matthew Bates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Charles Matthew Bates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Charles Matthew Bates is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Charles Matthew Bates is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Charles Matthew Bates is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Charles Matthew Bates is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lawrenceburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Matthew Bates

Where is Charles Matthew Bates's law office located?
Charles Matthew Bates's law practice is located in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Matthew Bates handle?
Charles Matthew Bates focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Charles Matthew Bates practiced law?
Charles Matthew Bates has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Charles Matthew Bates go to law school?
Charles Matthew Bates earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Charles Matthew Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 2000
B.B.A.
Memphis State University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2001

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