Richard W. Bates - Orlando, FL
Attorney at Morgan & Morgan
Personal Injury Lawyers in Orlando, FL
20 North Orange Avenue Suite 1600 Orlando, FL 32801
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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16
Years
Experience
Orlando Personal Injury Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury
- Product Liability
- Wrongful Death
Attorney Information
Overview
Richard W. Bates is an Orlando native. After graduating from the University of Richmond in Virginia, Mr. Bates received his juris doctorate from Stetson University's College of Law, an institution that specializes in the grooming of trial lawyers. Mr. Bates began his career at Morgan & Morgan, P.A. pursuing claims ranging from consumer product cases to heavy truck tire and vehicle cases against some of the largest manufacturers both in the United States and abroad. Since then, Mr. Bates has handled premises liability cases, automobile accident cases, and medical device cases, with a current emphasis on medical malpractice cases. Over his years at Morgan & Morgan & Morgan, Mr. Bates' proudest accomplishment as a lawyer is the millions in verdicts and settlements he has obtained on behalf of his clients. In 2016, Mr. Bates became a partner, and is honored to be a part of a firm dedicated to fighting for justice in and out of the courtroom.
Mr. Bates is admitted to practice in every circuit in the State of Florida, as well as the Southern and Middle Districts. He is a member of the Florida Justice Association, the Florida Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice. Mr. Bates currently lives with his wife Leanne, a prosecutor, their son Parker, and their two dogs, Cooper and Ellie.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About Richard W. Bates
Included on the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2019 Florida Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Florida Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Florida Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Stetson University College of Law,
Gulfport/St. Petersburg,
Florida, 2009
J.D.
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Stetson University College of Law,
Gulfport/St. Petersburg,
Florida, 2009
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Non Legal Education
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University of Richmond, 2006
B.A.
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University of Richmond, 2006
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Published Works
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Personal Injury Lawsuits in Orlando
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Orlando Wrongful Death Attorneys
When another's negligence has caused the sudden death of a loved one, it's important to get compassionate, knowledgeable legal help. Free online consultations and resources. -
Experienced Orlando Product Liability Attorneys
A lawyer's experience is always helpful in lawsuits aiming to hold negligent manufacturers and retailers liable for their defective or poorly designed products.
Bar Admissions
- Florida
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
Other Affiliations
- Orange County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Florida Justice Association
- American Association for Justice
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