Atty. George Trumbull Cook

Atty. George Trumbull Cook

George Trumbull Cook is a lawyer practicing real estate, agricultural law, zoning, planning and land use and 6 other areas of law. George received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Lancaster Lancaster 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About George Trumbull Cook at a glance

George Trumbull Cook is a Shareholder based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, practicing at Blakinger Thomas. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1999). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1991) and Lehigh University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association (Member, Agricultural Law Section) Lancaster Bar Association (Chairperson, Real Estate Section, 2004) Lancaster Chamber of Commerce (Member, Agricultural Law Committee) Lancaster County Agricultural Council. Serands clients in Lancaster, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • George Trumbull Cook is a lawyer practicing real estate, agricultural law, zoning, planning and land use and 6 other areas of law
  • George received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • George practices at Blakinger Thomas in Lancaster, PA

Practice Areas Explained

George Trumbull Cook's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

George Trumbull Cook is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

George Trumbull Cook is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

George Trumbull Cook is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

George Trumbull Cook is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

George Trumbull Cook is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about George Trumbull Cook

Where is George Trumbull Cook's law office located?
George Trumbull Cook's law practice is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The firm is Blakinger Thomas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George Trumbull Cook handle?
George Trumbull Cook focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has George Trumbull Cook practiced law?
George Trumbull Cook has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did George Trumbull Cook go to law school?
George Trumbull Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact George Trumbull Cook for a consultation?
You can contact George Trumbull 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 George Trumbull Cook received?
George Trumbull Cook's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1991
B.S.
Lehigh University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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