Atty. Cris Bates Carter

Atty. Cris Bates Carter

Cris Bates Carter is a lawyer practicing wills, trust law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Cris received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Cris Bates Carter at a glance

Cris Bates Carter is a Member based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, practicing at Cris Bates Carter. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982) and Colorado (2010). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1981) and University of Florida (B.A., 1978). Active member of Larimer County Bar Association. Serands clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cris Bates Carter is a lawyer practicing wills, trust law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Cris received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Cris practices at Cris Bates Carter in Colorado Springs, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Cris Bates Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Cris Bates Carter is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cris Bates Carter

Where is Cris Bates Carter's law office located?
Cris Bates Carter's law practice is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The firm is Cris Bates Carter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cris Bates Carter handle?
Cris Bates Carter focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Cris Bates Carter practiced law?
Cris Bates Carter has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Cris Bates Carter go to law school?
Cris Bates Carter earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Cris Bates Carter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1981
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1982
Colorado
Admitted: 2010

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