Atty. Reginald Eugene Gates

Atty. Reginald Eugene Gates

Mr. Reginald Eugene Gates is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal practice.

Portland Portland 47 Years Experience 47 year

Profile Summary

About Reginald Eugene Gates at a glance

Reginald Eugene Gates is a criminal defense attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. Pacific Territories (1980), and Louisiana (1992). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1979) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Reginald Eugene Gates is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal practice
  • Reginald Eugene received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Reginald Eugene practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Reginald Eugene Gates's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Where is Reginald Eugene Gates's law office located?
Reginald Eugene Gates's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Reginald Eugene Gates handle?
Reginald Eugene Gates focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Reginald Eugene Gates practiced law?
Reginald Eugene Gates has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Reginald Eugene Gates go to law school?
Reginald Eugene Gates earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1972).
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1979
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Pacific Territories
Admitted: 1980
Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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