Alex Bates

Alex Bates

also known as John A. Bates, Esq.

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Bridgeport, CT
Practice Areas: Immigration

1000 Lafayette Blvd., Suite 1100, Bridgeport, CT

About Alex

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

I focus on family and employment based immigration. I assist clients with getting green cards, citizenship, visitor visas, work visas and their many permutations.. Immigration can be intense and overwhelming. I can help you navigate its complexities.

14 years | 250 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2004

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Bates Law Firm

1000 Lafayette Blvd., Suite 1100, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

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Alex Bates's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Wyatt | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Personable and Friendly Service

I have had dealings with John (Alex) via the internet and email relating to questions my impending Immigration requirements and qualification. During those interactions I have been very impressed by his personable and very friendly attitude toward me and his service in general. No question is too ...silly or too small for him to deal with, with consummate professionalism. After being referred to Alex by a friend, I too have absolutely no hesitation recommending him and his firm to you the reader of my review. I can confidently say that if you were to retain Alex's services you would be in very very good hands and that I could not think of anyone else with his qualifications and personal service. I will soon be retaining Alex's services for all my immigration needs.

Posted by moshe | May 30, 2017

good

very helpful consultation.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2017

helpful with answering questions

he was very helpful in answering questions I asked him .he gave me the needed advise I needed to know.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2017

A2 Visa - Employment authorization

Really helpful. Thank you John!

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2017

Green card

Good advise

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Alex Bates's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Larson

Immigration lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bates is experienced and knowledgeable, and he responds to questions with regard to the person's whole situation, not just the letter of the law."

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Steven Perrigo

Immigration lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer because of the level of knowledge and professionalism he displays on this forum."

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Rick Jones

Immigration lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Channika Desilva

Immigration lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bates is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Gregory Cade

Immigration lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."

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Robert Valenti

Litigation lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding veteran attorney who has several years of experience in handling numerous issues and aspects of complex civil litigation matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Bates Law Firm

2010 - 2010

Instructor, Organization of Legal Professionals

2010 - 2010

Instructor, Organization of Legal Professionals

2003 - 2010

Independent Consultant, Multiple Clients

Associations

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

New York law License

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Carlyle Hotel v. Frederico and Jessica NR Garza Bueron

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Education

1995

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Seattle University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

New York Post Socialites' '50G stiff' at Carlyle

Languages

English

French

Chinese, Wu

Spanish

Activity

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