Thomas Michael Bates

Thomas Michael Bates

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-40%), Free Consultation (30 minutes), Hourly ($175-$350/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

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Board-certified civil trial lawyer who has been practicing law for over 24 years. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and in Florida (1990). "AV" pre-... more

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5 star rating

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Posted by: a Insurance client, almost 5 years ago.

Client Review: Tom Bates is one of those rare attorneys who not only gets results for his clients, but also genuinely cares about them. Tom fought a major... more
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Posted by: a Bankruptcy client, about 5 years ago.

Client Review: An excellent lawyer.
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

8 endorsements


Deborah A. L. Iwanyshyn

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Deborah Iwanyshyn , Allison Park (PA), 24 days ago
Lawrence Erwin Brownstein

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom and worked with him at various times for at least 10 years. He is the quintessential lawyer. Ethical,... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Lawrence Brownstein , West Palm Beach (FL), 2 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

24 years since Thomas Michael Bates was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1990 04/14/2013
Massachusetts Active 1988 05/03/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Managing Partner at Thomas M. Bates, P.A. 1999–present
Attorney at Rigell, Leal & Ring 1995–1999
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
New England School of Law Juris Doctorate 1988
Boston College Liberal Arts Bachelor of Arts in English/Political Science 1980

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Re-certified as a specialist in civil trial law Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization & Education 2011
Re-certified as a specialist in civil trial law Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education 2006
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Florida Bar - Judicial Administration and Evaluation Committee 2010–present
Member Palm Beach County Bar Association 1990–present
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Overview of Federal Law and Common Liability Elements Between State and Federal Law Handling The Police Liability Claim 2012
Property Damage Insurance Law Property Damage Insurance Law in Florida 2008
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