Attorney status and certification

The Florida Bar’s official Business Litigation board-certification list records Philip Alan Bates under Bar number 228354, with Member in Good Standing and Eligible to Practice Law in Florida as of the November 2, 2026 lookup. See the individual registration page to confirm current status.

Relevant matters

Commercial lawsuits can involve contracts, shareholder disputes, fiduciary duties, business torts and civil court procedure. Certification and practice focus do not guarantee that a lawyer handles every business dispute or is currently available.

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