Atty. Thomas Alan Bates

Atty. Thomas Alan Bates

Thomas Alan Bates is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, antitrust, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma City University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Alan Bates at a glance

Thomas Alan Bates is an Asst. Atty. Gen., OK Atty. Gen.'s Off. based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1994). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1994) and Oklahoma City University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Alan Bates is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, antitrust, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma City University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Thomas practices in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Alan Bates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Alan Bates 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.

Thomas Alan Bates is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oklahoma →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas Alan Bates is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oklahoma →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Thomas Alan Bates is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

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

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Common questions about Thomas Alan Bates

Where is Thomas Alan Bates's law office located?
Thomas Alan Bates's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Alan Bates handle?
Thomas Alan Bates focuses on criminal defense, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Thomas Alan Bates practiced law?
Thomas Alan Bates has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Thomas Alan Bates go to law school?
Thomas Alan Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Thomas Alan Bates for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Alan Bates received?
Thomas Alan Bates's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Oklahoma City University
- 1994
B.A.
Oklahoma City University
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1994

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