Atty. Brian J. Cooke
Asbestos attorney Brian Cooke joined the firm in 2004 and is now one of the firm's shareholders. He previously served two tours of duty with the United States Marine Corps after graduating from University of Missouri Columbia's School of Law.
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Brian J. Cooke is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2000) and Illinois (2006). Educated at University of Missouri Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Spring Hill College (B.S. Political, 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Board of Governors American Trial Lawyers Association Southern Trial Lawyers Association Illinois Bar Association Missouri State Bar Association American Association for Justice Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Asbestos attorney Brian Cooke joined the firm in 2004 and is now one of the firm's shareholders
- He previously served two tours of duty with the United States Marine Corps after graduating from University of Missouri Columbia's School of Law
- In the Marine Corps, Brian traveled around the world and served as both a prosecutor and company commanding officer
- During his final year of active duty, Brian served in Baghdad as a legal adviser to the Iraqi Ministry of Justice
- He was the first Western attorney to appear and argue before the Central Criminal Court of Iraq, a judicial body comprised entirely of Iraqi nationals
- His responsibilities included prosecuting crimes involving terrorism, political corruption and organized crime
- Recently the St. Louis Bar Association awarded Brian the 2011 Spirit of Justice Award for his military service and his continuing pro bono work to help veterans
- Brian grew up in St. Louis in a family of judges and attorneys
- Both parents are veterans of Vietnam
- Joining the military and becoming a lawyer was a natural fit for Brian
- Throughout his legal career, Brian has represented the underdog, including Iraqi citizens who endured years of tyranny and U.S. veterans suffering from PTSD and other service-related injuries
- Today he focuses on asbestos cancer victims who were harmed through no fault of their own. “When you get to know our clients and their families, hear their stores and how they came about becoming exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with cancer, you know you're sticking up for the little guy,” he said
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Missouri
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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