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Atty. Jonathan Jay Bates

Atty. Jonathan Jay Bates

Mr. Jonathan Jay Bates is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (214) 694-2140

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About Jonathan Jay Bates at a glance

Jonathan Jay Bates is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practforg at Kinser & Bates, LLP. They haand 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Texas (1993) and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1993) and Baylor University (B.B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Family Law Foundation Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profwith ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Jonathan Jay Bates is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Jonathan practices at Kinser & Bates, LLP in Dallas, TX

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Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Jonathan Jay Bates's law office located?
Jonathan Jay Bates's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Kinser & Bates, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Jonathan Jay Bates practiced law?
Jonathan Jay Bates has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Jonathan Jay Bates go to law school?
Jonathan Jay Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.B.A., 1990).
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What awards or recognition has Jonathan Jay Bates receiandd?
Jonathan Jay Bates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1993
B.B.A.
Baylor University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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