Atty. J Robert Ates
J Robert Ates is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, personal injury, wrongful death litigation. J received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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J Robert Ates is a Member based in Destrehan, Louisiana, practicing at Ates Law Firm A Professional Law Corporation. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wrongful death and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1973) and Colorado (1990). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1972) and Tulane University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Destrehan, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J Robert Ates is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, personal injury, wrongful death litigation
- J received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- J practices at Ates Law Firm A Professional Law Corporation in Destrehan, LA and 2 others locations
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J Robert Ates is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Louisiana →
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.
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Why local counsel matters in Louisiana
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Destrehan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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