Atty. John Richard Yates

Atty. John Richard Yates

John Richard Yates is a lawyer practicing international, immigration, corporate and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Little Rock Little Rock 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About John Richard Yates at a glance

John Richard Yates is a immigration, business, and international attorney based in Little Rock, Arkansas. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1997). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 1997) and University of Arkansas (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Richard Yates is a lawyer practicing international, immigration, corporate and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices in Little Rock, AR

Practice Areas Explained

John Richard Yates's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Richard Yates

Where is John Richard Yates's law office located?
John Richard Yates's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Richard Yates handle?
John Richard Yates focuses on immigration, business, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has John Richard Yates practiced law?
John Richard Yates has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John Richard Yates go to law school?
John Richard Yates earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact John Richard Yates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 1997
B.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1997

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