Atty. M. Susan Bates

Atty. M. Susan Bates

M. Susan Bates is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, advertising and marketing.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About M. Susan Bates at a glance

M. Susan Bates is a entertainment attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1983). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1983) and University of Evansville (B.A.B.S., 1980). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • M. Susan Bates is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, advertising and marketing
  • M. Susan received a degree from University of Evansville in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • M. Susan practices in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

M. Susan Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M. Susan Bates

Where is M. Susan Bates's law office located?
M. Susan Bates's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Susan Bates handle?
M. Susan Bates focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has M. Susan Bates practiced law?
M. Susan Bates has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did M. Susan Bates go to law school?
M. Susan Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A.B.S., 1980).
How can I contact M. Susan Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1983
B.A.B.S.
University of Evansville
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1983

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