Atty. James L Bates, Jr
Mr. James L Bates, Jr is a lawyer practicing dwi, criminal defense, drug crimes and 3 other areas of law.
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James L Bates, Jr is a Member based in Slidell, Louisiana, practicing at Bates and McMillin, LLC Attorneys at Law. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1969). Educated at Louisiana State University J.D. (—). Serands clients in Slidell, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James L Bates, Jr is a lawyer practicing dwi, criminal defense, drug crimes and 3 other areas of law
- James has been licensed for 57 years
- James practices at Bates and McMillin, LLC Attorneys at Law in Slidell, LA
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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 Slidell 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 andnue, 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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