Atty. David Ivan Cates
David Ivan Cates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class action, discrimination and 3 other areas of law. David has been licensed for 20 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Swansea, IL · 20+ Years Experience
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About David Ivan Cates at a Glance
David Ivan Cates is a medical malpractice, personal injury, class action, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Swansea, Illinois. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006) and Kentucky (2007). Educated at Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University (JD, 2006). Serves clients in Swansea, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Ivan Cates
- David Ivan Cates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class action, discrimination and 3 other areas of law
- David has been licensed for 20 years
- David practices in Swansea, IL
Practice Areas Explained
David Ivan Cates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ivan Cates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Swansea.
Medical Malpractice in Swansea
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David Ivan Cates is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Swansea
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 Ivan Cates is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Class Action in Swansea
David Ivan Cates is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Swansea
David Ivan Cates is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Swansea
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Ivan Cates is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Swansea
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Swansea are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Swansea Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Swansea-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Swansea Choose David Ivan Cates
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Ivan Cates's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, class action, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Ivan Cates brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Kentucky, David Ivan Cates can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and class action, David Ivan Cates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Swansea
A Swansea-based practice means David Ivan Cates attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Ivan Cates Handles in Swansea
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Ivan Cates has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Ivan Cates directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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