Atty. Matthew David Cook

Atty. Matthew David Cook

Mr. Matthew David Cook is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions & securities, banking & finance, mergers & acquisitions taxation and 9 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 21 yrs experience 21 year
Call (801) 323-5000 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew David Cook at a glance

Matthew David Cook is a Shareholder based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Parsons Behle & Latimer. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Utah (2005) and Minnesota (2008). Educated at University of Minnesota (B.A. University, 1999) and University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law J.D. 2005 William H. Leary Scholar (—). Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthew David Cook is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions & securities, banking & finance, mergers & acquisitions taxation and 9 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1999, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Matthew practices at Parsons Behle & Latimer in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew David Cook's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew David Cook

Where is Matthew David Cook's law office located?
Matthew David Cook's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Parsons Behle & Latimer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew David Cook handle?
Matthew David Cook focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Matthew David Cook practiced law?
Matthew David Cook has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Matthew David Cook go to law school?
Matthew David Cook earned their education at (B.A. University, 1999); (—).
How can I contact Matthew David Cook for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. University
University of Minnesota
- 1999
University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law J.D. 2005 William H. Leary Scholar
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 2005
Minnesota
Admitted: 2008

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