Michael R. Gates

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Michael R. Gates
Attorney

Licenses

  • FL State Bar 1982 346780

About

Areas of Expertise:

  • Criminal Defense (Felony and Misdemeanor)
  • Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Claims
  • Product Liability (Dangerous and Defective Products)
  • Family Law and Divorce

Educational Background:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1982

Bar Admissions:

  • Florida, 2004

Experienced Fort Walton Beach Attorney

Michael R. Gates, known to clients and colleagues as Mike Gates, has been practicing law in Fort Walton Beach and throughout Okaloosa County since 1982. With over four decades of legal experience, Mike Gates has successfully represented thousands of clients in criminal defense, personal injury, and family law matters.

Commitment to Client Service

Attorney Mike Gates understands that legal issues can be stressful and overwhelming. Whether you’ve been injured in an accident, charged with a crime, or facing a family law matter, Mike provides compassionate and aggressive representation. His extensive trial experience and deep knowledge of Florida law make him a trusted advocate for clients throughout Northwest Florida.

Areas of Legal Practice

  • Criminal Defense: DUI, drug charges, theft crimes, violent offenses, juvenile crimes, and record expungement
  • Personal Injury: Car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall accidents, wrongful death claims, and catastrophic injuries
  • Product Liability: Cases involving dangerous or defective products that cause injury
  • Family Law: Divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and paternity matters

Serving the Emerald Coast

Mike Gates serves clients throughout Okaloosa County and the surrounding areas, including Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville, Crestview, and Shalimar. If you need an attorney with proven experience and a track record of success, contact Michael Gates at Cotton & Gates.

Free Consultation Available

Contact attorney Mike Gates for a free consultation about your legal matter. Call (850) 583-9379 or email us. The office is located at 3 Plew Avenue, Shalimar, FL 32579, serving Okaloosa County and beyond.

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