Atty. David Heath Gates

Atty. David Heath Gates

David Heath Gates is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 2 other areas of law. David has been licensed for 44 years.

Richmond Richmond 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About David Heath Gates at a glance

David Heath Gates is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1982). Educated at University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Heath Gates is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • David has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Heath Gates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Heath Gates 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.

David Heath Gates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

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.

David Heath Gates is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Family Law

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

David Heath Gates is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

David Heath Gates is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David Heath Gates is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Heath Gates

Where is David Heath Gates's law office located?
David Heath Gates's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Heath Gates handle?
David Heath Gates focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Heath Gates practiced law?
David Heath Gates has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Heath Gates go to law school?
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Education

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1982

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