Atty. Ernest P. Gates
Ernest P. Gates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, commercial, criminal law and 5 other areas of law.
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Ernest P. Gates is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at CowanGates. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Their practice focuses on residential, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1950) and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virgini (1982). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1981) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chesterfield and Powhatan Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ernest P. Gates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, commercial, criminal law and 5 other areas of law
- Ernest received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1976, and has been licensed for 76 years
- Ernest practices at CowanGates in Richmond, VA
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Ernest P. Gates is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Virginia →
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.
Ernest P. Gates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Ernest P. Gates is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Ernest P. Gates is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Ernest P. Gates is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
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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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