Atty. Paul Bates

Atty. Paul Bates

Paul Bates is a lawyer practicing slander and defamation, animal law, automobile accidents and injuries and 17 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Brighton, Brighton, England in 1976, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Tucson Tucson 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Bates at a glance

Paul Bates is a Member based in Tucson, Arizona, practicing at Paul D Bates Attorney At Law. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1995), US District Court, District of Arizona (1995), District of Columbia (1996), and New York (Inactive) (2003). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 1995) and University of Brighton, Brighton, England (B.A., 1976). Active member of Pima County Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Tucson, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul Bates is a lawyer practicing slander and defamation, animal law, automobile accidents and injuries and 17 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Brighton, Brighton, England in 1976, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Paul practices at Paul D. Bates Attorney at Law in Tucson, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Bates

Where is Paul Bates's law office located?
Paul Bates's law practice is located in Tucson, Arizona. The firm is Paul D Bates Attorney At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Bates handle?
Paul Bates focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Paul Bates practiced law?
Paul Bates has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Paul Bates go to law school?
Paul Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Paul Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arizona
- 1995
B.A.
University of Brighton, Brighton, England
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1995
US District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996
New York (Inactive)
Admitted: 2003

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