Atty. James S Gates

Atty. James S Gates

James S Gates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, truck accidents and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Opelousas Opelousas 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James S Gates at a glance

James S Gates is a Partner based in Opelousas, Louisiana, practicing at Morrow, Gates & Morrow, LLC.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1985). Educated at Louisiana State University Law Center (J.D. Honors, 1985) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Opelousas, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James S Gates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, truck accidents and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Morrow, Gates & Morrow, LLC. in Opelousas, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James S Gates's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James S Gates is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

Truck Accidents

James S Gates is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James S Gates is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

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 S Gates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Motorcycle Accidents

James S Gates is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Opelousas 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 S Gates

Where is James S Gates's law office located?
James S Gates's law practice is located in Opelousas, Louisiana. The firm is Morrow, Gates & Morrow, LLC.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S Gates handle?
James S Gates focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James S Gates practiced law?
James S Gates has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James S Gates go to law school?
James S Gates earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact James S Gates for a consultation?
You can contact James S Gates directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James S Gates received?
James S Gates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Honors
Louisiana State University Law Center
- 1985
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1985

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