Atty. Wayne Patrick Tate

Atty. Wayne Patrick Tate

Wayne Patrick Tate is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, workers compensation, insurance defense and 9 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.A. degree from Nicholls State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Laguna Hills Laguna Hills 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (949) 535-1249

Profile Summary

About Wayne Patrick Tate at a glance

Wayne Patrick Tate is a Partner based in Laguna Hills, California, practicing at Ostendorf Tate Barnett, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1986) and California (1988). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1986) and Nicholls State University (B.A. Education, 1980). Serves clients in Laguna Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wayne Patrick Tate is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, workers compensation, insurance defense and 9 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.A. degree from Nicholls State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Wayne practices at Ostendorf Tate Barnett, LLP in Laguna Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Patrick Tate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Patrick Tate handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Wayne Patrick Tate is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Workers Compensation

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

Wayne Patrick Tate is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wayne Patrick Tate

Where is Wayne Patrick Tate's law office located?
Wayne Patrick Tate's law practice is located in Laguna Hills, California. The firm is Ostendorf Tate Barnett, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Patrick Tate handle?
Wayne Patrick Tate focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Wayne Patrick Tate practiced law?
Wayne Patrick Tate has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Wayne Patrick Tate go to law school?
Wayne Patrick Tate earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. Education, 1980).
How can I contact Wayne Patrick Tate for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne Patrick Tate 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.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1986
B.A. Education
Nicholls State University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1988

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