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Attorney Profile: Justin Bates

After beginning his law career in Chicago, Justin Bates joined Strasser & Yde because he knew the firm's reputation was solid and operated under a philosophy similar to his own.

On Strasser & Yde's Reputation for Trial Experience

"We define ourselves as trial lawyers. With mandatory arbitration and mediation, actual jury trials are more rare these days than they used to be, and many cases are approached from an economic standpoint where one side or the other will minimize their risk and seek to settle. We have an advantage in pre-trial negotiations because while other attorneys are in court less and less, we have a strong history of trial experience to stand upon. There are some attorneys and firms that don't want to go to trial, but we're absolutely never afraid to try a case. Because of our trial experience, other attorneys know they have to give you a legitimate offer."

On the Importance of Reputation in the Field of Law

"Your reputation is incredibly important, both in court and in the general community. When your firm has earned a lot of respect, people have a lot of respect for you. When that reputation extends beyond legal circles into the community at large, it says a lot about the type of attorneys you're working with."

On Joining Strasser & Yde

"This firm has a very good standing in the community. I had worked in the area before I came to Strasser & Yde and was aware that this was a well-respected firm. Once I joined the firm and moved my family here, I heard even more great things people would say about the firm. I knew I had made a wise decision in choosing to join Strasser & Yde."

Areas of Practice

  • General trial practice
  • Divorce
  • Civil litigation
  • Personal injury
  • Contract disputes
  • Land disputes
  • Landlord/tenant law
  • Small claims
  • Insurance litigation

Courtroom Experience

  • Jury trials, court trials, and administrative hearings across Wisconsin

Education

Legal: The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois

  • Graduated 2007
  • The John Marshall Law Review

College: University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin

  • Graduated 2004
  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Legal Studies

Admitted to Practice

  • State Courts of Wisconsin
  • Marathon County Bar Association

Bar Associations

  • State Bar of Wisconsin

Personal Information

  • Enjoys golf, attending Badger football games, outdoor activities, and participating in sports