Atty. James Peter Cooksey

Atty. James Peter Cooksey

James Peter Cooksey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, contract and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Palm Beach Gardens Palm Beach Gardens 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James Peter Cooksey at a glance

James Peter Cooksey is a Member based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, practicing at Cooksey & Cooksey, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985), Colorado (1986), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1990). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1984) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Peter Cooksey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, contract and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Cooksey & Cooksey, P.C. in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter Cooksey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Peter Cooksey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Peter Cooksey is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Peter Cooksey is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

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

James Peter Cooksey is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Peter Cooksey

Where is James Peter Cooksey's law office located?
James Peter Cooksey's law practice is located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The firm is Cooksey & Cooksey, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter Cooksey handle?
James Peter Cooksey focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Peter Cooksey practiced law?
James Peter Cooksey has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Peter Cooksey go to law school?
James Peter Cooksey earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James Peter Cooksey for a consultation?
You can contact James Peter Cooksey 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 James Peter Cooksey received?
James Peter Cooksey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1984
B.A.
University of Colorado
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1985
Colorado
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1990

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