Atty. Michael Terence Oates

Atty. Michael Terence Oates

Michael Terence Oates is a lawyer practicing aviation, contracts, corporate and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Puget Sound in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Terence Oates at a glance

Michael Terence Oates is an Attorney based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Washington (2013). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 2013) and University of Puget Sound (B.A., 2010). Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Terence Oates is a lawyer practicing aviation, contracts, corporate and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Puget Sound in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Michael practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Terence Oates's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

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Probate

Michael Terence Oates is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Terence Oates is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Terence Oates is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Terence Oates

Where is Michael Terence Oates's law office located?
Michael Terence Oates's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Terence Oates handle?
Michael Terence Oates focuses on wills, contracts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael Terence Oates practiced law?
Michael Terence Oates has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Michael Terence Oates go to law school?
Michael Terence Oates earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2010).
How can I contact Michael Terence Oates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 2013
B.A.
University of Puget Sound
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2013

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