Atty. John Richard Bates

Atty. John Richard Bates

John Richard Bates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt. John has been licensed for 54 years.

New Philadelphia New Philadelphia 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About John Richard Bates at a glance

John Richard Bates is a bankruptcy attorney based in New Philadelphia, Ohio. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1972) and Ohio (1993). Serands clients in New Philadelphia, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John Richard Bates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt
  • John has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices in New Philadelphia, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Richard Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Where is John Richard Bates's law office located?
John Richard Bates's law practice is located in New Philadelphia, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Richard Bates handle?
John Richard Bates focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Richard Bates practiced law?
John Richard Bates has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1972
Ohio
Admitted: 1993

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