Atty. Mary Ellen Cates

Atty. Mary Ellen Cates

Ms. Mary Ellen Cates is a lawyer practicing dispute resolution, family law, lawsuits & disputes.

Avondale Estates Avondale Estates 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Ellen Cates at a glance

Mary Ellen Cates is a Principal based in Avondale Estates, Georgia, practicing at Mary E. Cates. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on family law and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at Woodrow Wilson College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Georgia State University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Avondale Estates, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Mary Ellen Cates is a lawyer practicing dispute resolution, family law, lawsuits & disputes
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Mary practices at Mary E. Cates in Avondale Estates, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Ellen Cates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary Ellen Cates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mary Ellen Cates

Where is Mary Ellen Cates's law office located?
Mary Ellen Cates's law practice is located in Avondale Estates, Georgia. The firm is Mary E. Cates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Ellen Cates handle?
Mary Ellen Cates focuses on family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Mary Ellen Cates practiced law?
Mary Ellen Cates has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Mary Ellen Cates go to law school?
Mary Ellen Cates earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Mary Ellen Cates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Woodrow Wilson College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Georgia State University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1984

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