About

Andrew J. Cates is a former United States Marine with a historical past in substance abuse program control and a regulation diploma from the University Of Connecticut School Of Law.

Andrew J. Cates is a highly experienced lawyer primarily based in Hartford, Connecticut. With a unique heritage as a former United States Marine, Cates brings a diverse set of abilities and reports to his legal practice.

During his time in the Marines, Cates served as an M60 operator inside the 5th Marine Regiment. He also controlled the substance abuse software for the Regiment, gaining valuable experience in application control and management.

After his time inside the army, Cates attended the University Of Connecticut School Of Law, wherein he honed his prison abilties and understanding. He is likewise a graduate of San Diego State University, in which he received a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies.

With his unique background and schooling, Andrew J. Cates is nicely-ready to address a huge range of felony troubles for his customers. Whether it's a complicated prison case or a simple criminal remember, Cates is devoted to supplying amazing criminal illustration and achieving the first-rate feasible results for his clients.

Legal Issues

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Workers Compensation

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
    Accepted Jurisdictions
    Connecticut Jurdictions
    Connecticut
    Since 2008">

    Experience
    • Managing Lawyer
      Law Offices of Andrew J. Cates, LLC
      2008
    • Software Engineer
      Software Consultant
      1995
    • Substance Abuse Non-Commissioned Officer 5th Marine Regiment
      United States Marine Corps
      1986
    • 0331 M60 Machine Gun Team Leader in Kilo Co., 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment
      United States Marine Corps
      1986
    Education
    University of Connecticut School of Law Education School Logo
    University of Connecticut School of Law
    J.D. (2008) | Criminal Defense and Tax Law
    Graduation year: 2005">
    California State University - San Diego State University Education School Logo
    California State University - San Diego State University
    Work Toward Masters in Latin American Studies | Latin American Studies
    Graduation year: 1992">
    California State University - San Diego State University Education School Logo
    California State University - San Diego State University
    B.A. (1992) | Latin American Studies
    Graduation year: 1990">
    Associations
    Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Professional Association
    Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
    has membership
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    Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Professional Association
    Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
    has membership
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    Connecticut Bar Association Professional Association
    Connecticut Bar Association
    has membership
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    Costs
    • Free Consultancy Service
      Free phone consultation.
    • Payment With Credit Card
    • Conditional Fees
      Contingent fees are standard and the rates are set by statute in Personal Injury and Worker s Compensation.
    • Retaines and Rates
      I handle criminal cases on a flat fee basis.
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