Atty. Matthew Proctor Yates

Atty. Matthew Proctor Yates

Matthew Proctor Yates is a lawyer practicing civil rights. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Orange Orange 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Matthew Proctor Yates at a glance

Matthew Proctor Yates is a Member based in Orange, California, practicing at Yates & Yates LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1995) and Baylor University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Orange, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Proctor Yates is a lawyer practicing civil rights
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Matthew practices at Yates & Yates LLP in Orange, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Proctor Yates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Proctor Yates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 Orange 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 Matthew Proctor Yates

Where is Matthew Proctor Yates's law office located?
Matthew Proctor Yates's law practice is located in Orange, California. The firm is Yates & Yates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Proctor Yates handle?
Matthew Proctor Yates focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Proctor Yates practiced law?
Matthew Proctor Yates has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Matthew Proctor Yates go to law school?
Matthew Proctor Yates earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Matthew Proctor Yates for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1995
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995

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