Atty. Michael James Cates

Atty. Michael James Cates

Mr. Michael James Cates is a lawyer practicing litigation business.

Denver Denver 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (720) 685-6715

Profile Summary

About Michael James Cates at a glance

Michael James Cates is a Securities & Exchange Commission based in Denver, Colorado. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2002) and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 2002) and University of Georgia (B.A., 1998). Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael James Cates is a lawyer practicing litigation business
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Cates's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Where is Michael James Cates's law office located?
Michael James Cates's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Cates handle?
Michael James Cates focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Michael James Cates practiced law?
Michael James Cates has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael James Cates go to law school?
Michael James Cates earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1998).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 2002
B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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