Atty. James T. Cook

Atty. James T. Cook

James T. Cook is a lawyer practicing family law, dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration).

Kansas City Kansas City 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James T. Cook at a glance

James T. Cook is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Berkowitz, Cook & Gondring. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on family law and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1974) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.J., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James T. Cook is a lawyer practicing family law, dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration)
  • James T. received a B.J. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James T. practices at Berkowitz, Cook & Gondring in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Cook's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James T. Cook is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James T. Cook is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

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 Kansas City 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James T. Cook

Where is James T. Cook's law office located?
James T. Cook's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Berkowitz, Cook & Gondring. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Cook handle?
James T. Cook focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James T. Cook practiced law?
James T. Cook has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James T. Cook go to law school?
James T. Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.J., 1968).
How can I contact James T. Cook for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James T. Cook received?
James T. Cook's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1974
B.J.
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974

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