Atty. Frances Bates McDonald

Atty. Frances Bates McDonald

Frances Bates McDonald is a lawyer practicing management employment law, nonprofit corporations, charitable organizations law. Frances received a degree from University of Colorado at Denver in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Frances Bates McDonald at a glance

Frances Bates McDonald is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Frances B. McDonald Professional Corporation. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment and business. Admitted to practice in Colorado (inactive) (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1987), Illinois (1988), and Missouri (1988). Educated at Saint Louis University (J.D., 1987) and University of Colorado at Denver (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver, Colorado and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frances Bates McDonald is a lawyer practicing management employment law, nonprofit corporations, charitable organizations law
  • Frances received a degree from University of Colorado at Denver in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Frances practices at Frances B. McDonald Professional Corporation in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Frances Bates McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frances Bates McDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Frances Bates McDonald

Where is Frances Bates McDonald's law office located?
Frances Bates McDonald's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Frances B. McDonald Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frances Bates McDonald handle?
Frances Bates McDonald focuses on employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Frances Bates McDonald practiced law?
Frances Bates McDonald has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Frances Bates McDonald go to law school?
Frances Bates McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Frances Bates McDonald for a consultation?
You can contact Frances Bates McDonald directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Frances Bates McDonald received?
Frances Bates McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Saint Louis University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Colorado at Denver
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado (inactive)
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1987
Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Missouri
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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