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Thomas M. Bates

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Board-certified civil trial lawyer who has been practicing law for over 30 years. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and in Florida (1990). "AV" pre-eminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available from the nation's oldest guide to the legal profession for legal ability and ethical standards. Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates ("ABOTA") and its Palm Beach chapter. Board-certified by the Florida Bar since 2001 as a specialist in civil trial law. Recertified in 2006, 2011 and 2016. C... read more

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1615 Forum Pl Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States

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Mon9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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celia terenzio 
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5 years ago

Mr. Bates represented me a car accident case. Ultimately I had to sue my own insurance company under the "uninsured motorist" portion of my policy because the person who caused the accident did not have adequate coverage. Suffice it to say that the laws /rules in this area along with the complexities of insurance/contract law absolutely require a person to hire an experienced lawyer to ensure both that your rights are protected and you receive all the compensation to which your entitled under the law. Every step of the way M... read more

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Richard Epp 
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5 years ago
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todd schneider 
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6 years ago

I used tom a while back when i had a problem with my mothers trust. he was great, he was at court when he was supposed to be, his fees were reasonable and did everything he said he would. i would recommed him highly. 

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James Bond 
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6 years ago

Board Certified Trial lawyer is a must !!! I had the unfortunate reason to hire a lawyer for a case in Florida. After some research and high praise from other lawyers I selected Thomas Bates based on his Board Certified Trial experience. He also had over 25 years in the business and was well know by the law enforcement community. My case was a 3 year ordeal for which was long and difficult. Mr Bates communicated well with updates and emails. We had a dozen depositions, video review and finally a full jury trial. He brought m... read more

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Cary Portner 
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7 years ago

BEWARE: THIS MAN IS PATHETICALLY USELESS AND THIS EXPERIENCE WAS PAINFUL WASTE OF HARD EARNED DOLLARS: Sadly Mr. Bates office was contacted to reschedule a missed court date that was cancelled due to Hurricane Irma when he initially stated, “if you want a Tiger fighting on your behalf then I am your Guy,” which would be extremely laughable if he hadn’t tried reaching in my pockets. Having to witness his pathetic attempt was embarrassing for anyone to witness. Mr. Bates not only got whooped by the Scamming, Lying Defendant bu... read more

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