Atty. James Allan Bates

Atty. James Allan Bates

James Allan Bates is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law. James received a A.A. degree from Diablo Valley College in 1964, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Liberty Lake Liberty Lake 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James Allan Bates at a glance

James Allan Bates is a sexual harassment, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Liberty Lake, Washington. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1978) and Diablo Valley College (A.A. San, 1964). Serands clients in Liberty Lake, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Allan Bates is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law
  • James received a A.A. degree from Diablo Valley College in 1964, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices in Liberty Lake, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James Allan Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Sexual Harassment

James Allan Bates is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

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.

James Allan Bates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Allan Bates is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Common questions about James Allan Bates

Where is James Allan Bates's law office located?
James Allan Bates's law practice is located in Liberty Lake, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allan Bates handle?
James Allan Bates focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James Allan Bates practiced law?
James Allan Bates has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Allan Bates go to law school?
James Allan Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.A. San, 1964).
How can I contact James Allan Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1978
A.A. San
Diablo Valley College
- 1964

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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