Atty. John Richard Cook
John Richard Cook is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, general civil and 3 other areas of law. John received a A.A. degree from Daytona Beach Junior College in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.
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John Richard Cook is a Member based in Okeechobee, Florida, practicing at John R. Cook, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1978) and Daytona Beach Junior College (A.A. Florida, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Volusia County and American (Member, Law Student Division, 1975-1978) Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Okeechobee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Richard Cook is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, general civil and 3 other areas of law
- John received a A.A. degree from Daytona Beach Junior College in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
- John practices at John R. Cook, P.A. in Okeechobee, FL
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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 Okeechobee 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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