Atty. David Stuart Kates
David Stuart Kates is a lawyer practicing litigation, medical malpractice, personal injury. David received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Woodside, NY · 30+ Years Experience
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About David Stuart Kates at a Glance
David Stuart Kates is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and litigation attorney based in Woodside, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New York (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1996). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1995) and Lehigh University (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in Woodside, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Stuart Kates
- David Stuart Kates is a lawyer practicing litigation, medical malpractice, personal injury
- David received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
- David practices in Woodside, NY
Practice Areas Explained
David Stuart Kates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Stuart Kates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodside.
Medical Malpractice in Woodside
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Woodside
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 Stuart Kates is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in Woodside
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Stuart Kates is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodside
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodside are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Woodside Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodside-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 Woodside Choose David Stuart Kates
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 Stuart Kates's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Stuart Kates brings 30+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, David Stuart Kates 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 litigation, David Stuart Kates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodside
A Woodside-based practice means David Stuart Kates 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 Stuart Kates Handles in Woodside
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Stuart Kates has experience with under New York 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 Stuart Kates directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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