Atty. Kendall Orrin Bates

Atty. Kendall Orrin Bates

Kendall Orrin Bates is a lawyer practicing banking, creditor's rights, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law. Kendall received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Fresno Fresno 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Kendall Orrin Bates at a glance

Kendall Orrin Bates is a business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Fresno, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1979) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kendall Orrin Bates is a lawyer practicing banking, creditor's rights, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
  • Kendall received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Kendall practices in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Kendall Orrin Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Kendall Orrin Bates is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Kendall Orrin Bates is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kendall Orrin Bates

Where is Kendall Orrin Bates's law office located?
Kendall Orrin Bates's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kendall Orrin Bates handle?
Kendall Orrin Bates focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Kendall Orrin Bates practiced law?
Kendall Orrin Bates has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Kendall Orrin Bates go to law school?
Kendall Orrin Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Kendall Orrin Bates for a consultation?
You can contact Kendall Orrin 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 Kendall Orrin Bates received?
Kendall Orrin Bates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1979
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1987

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