Av. Gerald Kenneth Bates

Av. Gerald Kenneth Bates

Gerald Kenneth Bates is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical device litigation, general practice. Gerald received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 29 Yıl Deneyim 29 yıl
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Kenneth Bates at a glance

Gerald Kenneth Bates is a Staff Attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on product liability and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1997), Missouri (2001), and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (2007). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1993). Active member of Kansas Bar Association. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Gerald Kenneth Bates is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical device litigation, general practice
  • Gerald received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Gerald practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Kenneth Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald Kenneth Bates

Where is Gerald Kenneth Bates's law office located?
Gerald Kenneth Bates's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Kenneth Bates handle?
Gerald Kenneth Bates focuses on product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Gerald Kenneth Bates practiced law?
Gerald Kenneth Bates has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Gerald Kenneth Bates go to law school?
Gerald Kenneth Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Gerald Kenneth Bates for a consultation?
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Eğitim

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1997
Missouri
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 2007

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