Atty. Henry R. Kates

Atty. Henry R. Kates

Henry R. Kates is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, mergers and acquisitions and 8 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Henry R. Kates at a glance

Henry R. Kates is a contracts, business, real estate, ip, and tax attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1983), Massachusetts (1990), and New York (2018). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1983) and Tufts University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Henry R. Kates is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, mergers and acquisitions and 8 other areas of law
  • Henry received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Henry practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Henry R. Kates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry R. Kates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Henry R. Kates is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Henry R. Kates is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Henry R. Kates is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Rhode Island →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Henry R. Kates is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Henry R. Kates

Where is Henry R. Kates's law office located?
Henry R. Kates's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry R. Kates handle?
Henry R. Kates focuses on contracts, business, real estate, ip, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Henry R. Kates practiced law?
Henry R. Kates has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Henry R. Kates go to law school?
Henry R. Kates earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Henry R. Kates for a consultation?
You can contact Henry R. Kates 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 Henry R. Kates received?
Henry R. Kates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1983
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1983
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 2018

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