Atty. James Victor Bates

Atty. James Victor Bates

James Victor Bates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Victor Bates at a glance

James Victor Bates is a Member based in Bristol, Virginia, practicing at Bates & Wade PLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974) and Virginia (1984). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1973) and East Tennessee State University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bristol Bar Association Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Bristol, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Victor Bates is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Bates & Wade PLC in Bristol, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Victor Bates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Victor Bates 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 Victor Bates is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Virginia →

Medical Malpractice

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

James Victor Bates is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

James Victor Bates is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Virginia →

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 Victor Bates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Victor Bates is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Victor Bates

Where is James Victor Bates's law office located?
James Victor Bates's law practice is located in Bristol, Virginia. The firm is Bates & Wade PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Victor Bates handle?
James Victor Bates focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Victor Bates practiced law?
James Victor Bates has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Victor Bates go to law school?
James Victor Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact James Victor Bates for a consultation?
You can contact James Victor Bates 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 Victor Bates received?
James Victor Bates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1973
B.S.
East Tennessee State University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974
Virginia
Admitted: 1984

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