Mr. Dwane Cates

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Mr. Dwane Cates: Attorney with Cates & Reed, PLLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Silver Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Born and raised in Wyoming, Arizona criminal defense attorney Dwane Cates brings a cowboy’s independence, grit, and fearlessness to every case he accepts. Widely recognized as one of the country’s most respected defense lawyers, he remains grounded in the reality that life is complicated and a single unexpected event can change everything. Dwane’s personal journey through alcoholism and long-term recovery has deepened his compassion and strengthened his ability to understand clients facing high-stakes problems, which is one reason he is so drawn to criminal defense. A Board Certified, award-winning attorney, he is known for integrity and a direct, hands-on approach—working personally with clients and making himself accessible throughout the process. Dedicated to protecting constitutional rights, Dwane relies on decades of experience and a proven record of success, tailoring strategy to the person and the facts rather than using a one-size-fits-all playbook. When a case demands additional firepower, he leverages trusted relationships with top specialists, including forensic psychologists, investigators, and mitigation professionals, to prepare thoroughly for trial and pursue the best possible outcome.
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Areas of Practice (2)

  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI / DWI Defense

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Arizona State University, B.A., 1993
Law School Attended:
Arizona State University, J.D., 1996
Year of First Admission:
1997
Admission:
1997, Arizona; 2015, 8th Circuit; 2015, 9th Circuit; 2015, United States District Court For the District of North Dakota
Languages:
English and Polish
Birth Information:
January 1, 1975
ISLN:
912469469

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Peer Reviews

4.5/5.0 (5 reviews)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.4/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.4/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0
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Other Legal Directories

Avvo Client Review
4.9/5.0 (54 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
4.1/5.0 (3 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

Attorney Dwane Cates and his staff have left a life-long great impression on me for the constant level of professionalism they exuberated during the entire time of my life-changing ordeal and for the...

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480-525-2231  Phone

www.dwanecates.com/about-our-firm/dwane-cates

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