Atty. Douglas S. Gates

Atty. Douglas S. Gates

Douglas S. Gates is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, ad valorem tax.

Webster Webster 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas S. Gates at a glance

Douglas S. Gates is a Member based in Webster, New York, practicing at Douglas S. Gates. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1968), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1968) and Duke University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County (Member, Sections on: Civil Litigation Real Property), New York State and American Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of America Institute of Professionals in Taxation Federalist Society. Serands clients in Webster, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas S. Gates is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, ad valorem tax
  • Douglas S. received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Douglas S. practices at Douglas S. Gates in Webster, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas S. Gates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas S. Gates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Webster 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 andnue, 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.

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Common questions about Douglas S. Gates

Where is Douglas S. Gates's law office located?
Douglas S. Gates's law practice is located in Webster, New York. The firm is Douglas S. Gates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas S. Gates handle?
Douglas S. Gates focuses on business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Douglas S. Gates practiced law?
Douglas S. Gates has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Douglas S. Gates go to law school?
Douglas S. Gates earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact Douglas S. Gates for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas S. Gates received?
Douglas S. Gates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1968
A.B.
Duke University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974

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