Atty. James Vernon Cook

Atty. James Vernon Cook

Mr. James Vernon Cook is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appellate practice, public interest law and 1 other area of law.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Vernon Cook at a glance

James Vernon Cook is a Member based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Law Office of James Vernon Cook. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on juvenile, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1992). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1992) and Florida State University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Vernon Cook is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appellate practice, public interest law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James Vernon Cook in Tallahassee, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Vernon Cook's Areas of Practice

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

Juvenile Law

James Vernon Cook is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Florida →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Vernon Cook is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James Vernon Cook is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →

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 Tallahassee 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 Vernon Cook

Where is James Vernon Cook's law office located?
James Vernon Cook's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is Law Office of James Vernon Cook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Vernon Cook handle?
James Vernon Cook focuses on juvenile, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Vernon Cook practiced law?
James Vernon Cook has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Vernon Cook go to law school?
James Vernon Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact James Vernon Cook for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Vernon Cook received?
James Vernon Cook's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1992
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1992

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