Atty. Lynn D. Gates
Lynn D. Gates is a lawyer practicing family, divorce / separation, adoption and 6 other areas of law.
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Lynn D. Gates is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Smith, Murphy & Schoepperle LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1977). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1976) and Smith College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County, New York State and American Bar Associations Erie County Trial Lawyers Association American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Lynn D. Gates is a lawyer practicing family, divorce / separation, adoption and 6 other areas of law
- Lynn received a B.A. degree from Smith College in 1967, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Lynn practices at Smith, Murphy & Schoepperle LLP in Buffalo, NY
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Lynn D. Gates's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lynn D. Gates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Lynn D. Gates is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in New York →
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Lynn D. Gates is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New York →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Lynn D. Gates is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in New York →
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.
Lynn D. Gates is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Lynn D. Gates is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New York →
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Why local counsel matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Buffalo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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