Atty. John Joseph Cook

Atty. John Joseph Cook

Mr. John Joseph Cook is a lawyer practicing business and tax planning, civil litigation, collections and 4 other areas of law.

Memphis Memphis 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (901) 506-9189 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Joseph Cook at a glance

John Joseph Cook is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Pietrangelo Cook, PLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1985), Texas (1994), and Tennessee (1996). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1994) and Georgia School of Law Rhodes College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Tennessee Bar Association. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Joseph Cook is a lawyer practicing business and tax planning, civil litigation, collections and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from Georgia School of Law, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Pietrangelo Cook, PLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Cook's Areas of Practice

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

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.

John Joseph Cook is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

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

John Joseph Cook is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John Joseph Cook is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

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

John Joseph Cook is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Tennessee →

Creditor Rights & Collections

John Joseph Cook is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Joseph Cook

Where is John Joseph Cook's law office located?
John Joseph Cook's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Pietrangelo Cook, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Cook handle?
John Joseph Cook focuses on estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John Joseph Cook practiced law?
John Joseph Cook has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John Joseph Cook go to law school?
John Joseph Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact John Joseph Cook for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph 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 John Joseph Cook received?
John Joseph Cook's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1994
B.A.
Georgia School of Law Rhodes College
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1985
Texas
Admitted: 1994
Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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