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Atty. Thomas M. Bates

Atty. Thomas M. Bates

Thomas M. Bates practices at Thomas M.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (561) 786-1627 Email Book Appointment

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About Thomas M. Bates at a glance

Thomas M. Bates is an Attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practforg at Thomas M. Bates, P.A.. They haand 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (1990). Educated at Boston College (Bachelor, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Massachusetts Bar Association The Florida Bar American Bar Association (Section of Litigation) Palm Beach County Bar Association Palm Beach County Justice Association Florida Justice Association. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in West Palm Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Thomas M. Bates's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Thomas M. Bates, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Thomas M. Bates practiced law?
Thomas M. Bates has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
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Thomas M. Bates earned their education at (Bachelor, 1980).
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Thomas M. Bates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Bachelor
Boston College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl
Admitted: 1990

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