Atty. James Robert Oates
Mr. James Robert Oates is a lawyer practicing litigation, wills and probate, general practice.
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James Robert Oates is a probate and litigation attorney based in Merrillville, Indiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1983). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1983) and Purdue University Class of 1980 (—). Serves clients in Merrillville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James Robert Oates is a lawyer practicing litigation, wills and probate, general practice
- James received a degree from Purdue University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- James practices in Merrillville, IN
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Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Merrillville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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