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About Mark R. Bates at a glance
Mark R. Bates is an attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1985), Illinois (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1988), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (2001). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1985) and University of Missouri at St. Louis (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mark R. Bates is a lawyer
- Mark R. received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at St. Louis in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Mark R. practices in St. Louis, MO
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Why local counsel matters in Missouri
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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