Jeffrey Albert Yates, ADR Attorney in Plano, Texas
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Elder Law
PartneratAlbin Yates Balius Roach
Plano, TX
Practicing adr in Plano since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jeffrey Albert Yates is a partner based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Elder Law. Jeffrey has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Albin Yates Balius Roach.
- Based in
- Plano, TX
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Elder Law
- Handles ADR, Business, and Elder Law matters from Plano, TX.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jeffrey Albert Yates: Jeffrey Albert Yates is a partner based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Elder Law. Jeffrey has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Albin Yates Balius Roach.
Areas of practice
Jeffrey's practice areas in Plano
Jeffrey concentrates on adr, business, elder law, estate planning, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Elder Law
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Estate Planning
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General
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ADR cases in Plano, Texas
Jeffrey takes adr matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Plano, Texas
Jeffrey takes business matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Elder Law cases in Plano, Texas
Jeffrey takes elder law matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Plano, Texas
Jeffrey takes estate planning matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Plano, Texas
Jeffrey takes general matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jeffrey Albert Yates, adr attorney serving Plano
Jeffrey Albert Yates is a partner based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Elder Law. Jeffrey has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Albin Yates Balius Roach. Jeffrey works from Plano, Texas and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Jeffrey Albert Yates is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, mediation and 7 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A&M University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jeffrey practices at Albin Yates Balius Roach in Plano, TX.
How Jeffrey handles adr matters
Mr. Jeffrey Albert Yates is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, mediation and 7 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A&M University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jeffrey practices at Albin Yates Balius Roach in Plano, TX.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and elder law matters in Plano and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jeffrey studied and practices
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
J.D. · 1997
Texas A&M University
B.B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
Texas US Supreme Cou
1998 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.B.A. in Texas A&M University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.B.A. in Texas A&M University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jeffrey's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas, Aggie and Tarrant County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Young Lawyers Association Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Texas Land Title Association
Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section · membership
Locations
Jeffrey Albert Yates's office in Plano
Jeffrey's primary office is at Granite III, 5601 Granite Pkwy., Ste. 400, Plano, TX, 75024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Albin Yates Balius Roach
Granite III, 5601 Granite Pkwy., Ste. 400
Plano, TX 75024
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How to hire Jeffrey Albert Yates — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Plano, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey Albert Yates
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Plano?
Jeffrey is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jeffrey will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jeffrey?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new adr clients right now?
Jeffrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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