David Cates
About David Cates
David Cates is a lawyer based in Swansea, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. David Cates is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Swansea, Illinois
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: The Cates Law Firm LLC
Education: Loyola University Chicago, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Swansea, IL
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