Atty. David Alan Bates

Atty. David Alan Bates

David Alan Bates is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate law, domestic law and 10 other areas of law. David received a A.S. degree from Columbia State Community College, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Columbia Columbia 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (615) 538-0092

Profile Summary

About David Alan Bates at a glance

David Alan Bates is a Member based in Columbia, Tennessee, practicing at DuBois, DuBois & Bates, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2001). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 2000) and Columbia State Community College A.S. Political Science Columbia State Community College A.S. summa cum laude University of Tennessee at Martin B.S. Political Science University of Tennessee (—). Active member of Montgomery County and Tennessee State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Columbia, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Alan Bates is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate law, domestic law and 10 other areas of law
  • David received a A.S. degree from Columbia State Community College, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices at DuBois, DuBois & Bates, P.C. in Columbia, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David Alan Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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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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 Columbia 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 venue, 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 David Alan Bates

Where is David Alan Bates's law office located?
David Alan Bates's law practice is located in Columbia, Tennessee. The firm is DuBois, DuBois & Bates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alan Bates handle?
David Alan Bates focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David Alan Bates practiced law?
David Alan Bates has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Alan Bates go to law school?
David Alan Bates earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (—).
How can I contact David Alan Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 2000
Columbia State Community College A.S. Political Science Columbia State Community College A.S. summa cum laude University of Tennessee at Martin B.S. Political Science University of Tennessee
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2001

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