Atty. Ernest P. Gates, Sr.

Atty. Ernest P. Gates, Sr.

Ernest P. Gates, Sr. is a lawyer.

Chesterfield Chesterfield 76 yrs experience 76 year
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About Ernest P. Gates, Sr. at a glance

Ernest P. Gates, Sr. is a Ret. Cir. J. based in Chesterfield, Virginia. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1950). Educated at Washington & Lee University (LL.B., 1950) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.S., 1947). Serands clients in Chesterfield, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ernest P. Gates, Sr. is a lawyer
  • Ernest P. received a B.S. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1947, and has been licensed for 76 years
  • Ernest P. practices in Chesterfield, VA

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 Chesterfield 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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Where is Ernest P. Gates, Sr.'s law office located?
Ernest P. Gates, Sr.'s law practice is located in Chesterfield, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Ernest P. Gates, Sr. practiced law?
Ernest P. Gates, Sr. has 76+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1950.
Where did Ernest P. Gates, Sr. go to law school?
Ernest P. Gates, Sr. earned their education at (LL.B., 1950); (B.S., 1947).
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Education

LL.B.
Washington & Lee University
- 1950
B.S.
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1947

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1950

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