David Cates
The Cates Law Firm, LLCSwansea, IL
About David
Attorney David Cates is a seasoned trial lawyer and founding principal of The Cates Law Firm, LLC, focusing on nationally-recognized complex personal injury cases, including class action and mass torts lawsuits. He prides himself on preparing every case for trial and has been recognized as a member of the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Trial Lawyers since 2014 and selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers list each consecutive year since 2013 (Rising Star 2013-2021, Super Lawyers 2022-2025). He was part of a trial team that secured a record-breaking $95 million verdict in a corporate discrimination case and a $60 million verdict in an NEC baby formula case in 2024. David represents clients in work-related accidents, product liability, medical negligence, and employer-employee civil rights actions, and previously served as an Assistant State’s Attorney for St. Clair County and Hamilton County, Illinois. He is a strong proponent of union rights and protecting individuals against corporate fraud and deception.
Education
Juris Doctor
Loyola University Law School
Undergraduate Degree
Vanderbilt University
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Location
216 W Pointe Dr Ste A, Swansea IL 62226-8313
Swansea, IL
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