Atty. Daniel Lay Bates

Atty. Daniel Lay Bates

Mr. Daniel Lay Bates is a lawyer practicing commercial law, intellectual property, trial practice and 4 other areas of law.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (682) 786-5636

Profile Summary

About Daniel Lay Bates at a glance

Daniel Lay Bates is a Shareholder based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Decker Jones P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on formation, personal injury, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1985), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1985). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1978) and Southern Methodist University (B.F.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Daniel Lay Bates is a lawyer practicing commercial law, intellectual property, trial practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.F.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Daniel practices at Decker Jones P.C. in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Lay Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Daniel Lay Bates is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Texas →

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.

Daniel Lay Bates is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel Lay Bates is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Daniel Lay Bates is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

Daniel Lay Bates is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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 Fort Worth 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Lay Bates

Where is Daniel Lay Bates's law office located?
Daniel Lay Bates's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Decker Jones P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Lay Bates handle?
Daniel Lay Bates focuses on formation, personal injury, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Daniel Lay Bates practiced law?
Daniel Lay Bates has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Daniel Lay Bates go to law school?
Daniel Lay Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.F.A., 1975).
How can I contact Daniel Lay Bates for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel Lay Bates 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 Daniel Lay Bates received?
Daniel Lay Bates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1978
B.F.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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