Atty. D. Duane Cook

Atty. D. Duane Cook

D. Duane Cook is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, business transactional law, commercial lending and 2 other areas of law.

Georgetown Georgetown 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About D. Duane Cook at a glance

D. Duane Cook is a Managing Member based in Georgetown, Kentucky, practicing at Cook & Watkins, PLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1979), U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky (1986), U.S. Supreme Court (1998), and U.S. District Court Western District of Kentucky (2010). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1979) and University of North Carolina at Greensboro (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Georgetown, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • D. Duane Cook is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, business transactional law, commercial lending and 2 other areas of law
  • D. Duane received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • D. Duane practices at Cook & Watkins, PLC in Georgetown, KY

Practice Areas Explained

D. Duane Cook's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. Duane Cook handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Georgetown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about D. Duane Cook

Where is D. Duane Cook's law office located?
D. Duane Cook's law practice is located in Georgetown, Kentucky. The firm is Cook & Watkins, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D. Duane Cook handle?
D. Duane Cook focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has D. Duane Cook practiced law?
D. Duane Cook has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did D. Duane Cook go to law school?
D. Duane Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact D. Duane Cook for a consultation?
You can contact D. Duane Cook directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has D. Duane Cook received?
D. Duane Cook's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1979
B.S.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court District of Colorado
Admitted: 2013

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