Atty. Ralph E. Kates III
Ralph E. Kates III is a lawyer practicing torts, first amendment law, commercial law and 6 other areas of law.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Wilkes-Barre, PA · 54+ Years Experience
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About Ralph E. Kates III at a Glance
Ralph E. Kates III is a Principal based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, practicing at Kates Law Office. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, and construction. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1972) and St. Joseph's University (A.B., 1969). Active member of Pennsylvania. Serves clients in Wilkes-Barre, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ralph E. Kates III
- Ralph E. Kates III is a lawyer practicing torts, first amendment law, commercial law and 6 other areas of law
- Ralph received a A.B. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Ralph practices at Kates Law Office in Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Ralph E. Kates III's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ralph E. Kates III handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wilkes-Barre.
Personal Injury in Wilkes-Barre
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Wilkes-Barre
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Ralph E. Kates III is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Wilkes-Barre
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Wilkes-Barre
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Construction Accidents in Wilkes-Barre
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wilkes-Barre
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilkes-Barre are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Wilkes-Barre Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wilkes-Barre-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wilkes-Barre Choose Ralph E. Kates III
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ralph E. Kates III's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, construction, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ralph E. Kates III brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Ralph E. Kates III can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Ralph E. Kates III can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wilkes-Barre
A Wilkes-Barre-based practice means Ralph E. Kates III attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ralph E. Kates III Handles in Wilkes-Barre
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