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Atty. James L Bates, Jr

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.

Slidell Slidell 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (985) 355-5335 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James L Bates, Jr at a glance

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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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

Practice Areas Explained

James L Bates, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Violent Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L Bates, Jr

Where is James L Bates, Jr's law office located?
James L Bates, Jr's law practice is located in Slidell, Louisiana. The firm is Bates and McMillin, LLC Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Bates, Jr handle?
James L Bates, Jr focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James L Bates, Jr practiced law?
James L Bates, Jr has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James L Bates, Jr go to law school?
James L Bates, Jr earned their education at (—).
How can I contact James L Bates, Jr for a consultation?
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Education

Louisiana State University J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1969

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