Atty. Timothy Joseph Bates

Atty. Timothy Joseph Bates

Timothy Joseph Bates is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Oglethorpe University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Belleville Belleville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy Joseph Bates at a glance

Timothy Joseph Bates is a workers comp, product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Belleville, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), Missouri (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1989), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1990). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1988) and Oglethorpe University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Belleville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy Joseph Bates is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, products liability and 2 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Oglethorpe University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Timothy practices in Belleville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Joseph Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

Timothy Joseph Bates is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Timothy Joseph Bates is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy Joseph Bates

Where is Timothy Joseph Bates's law office located?
Timothy Joseph Bates's law practice is located in Belleville, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Joseph Bates handle?
Timothy Joseph Bates focuses on workers comp, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Timothy Joseph Bates practiced law?
Timothy Joseph Bates has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Timothy Joseph Bates go to law school?
Timothy Joseph Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Timothy Joseph Bates for a consultation?
You can contact Timothy Joseph Bates directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Timothy Joseph Bates received?
Timothy Joseph Bates's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1988
B.A.
Oglethorpe University
- 1985

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Missouri
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1990

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