Atty. Michael T. Cooke

Atty. Michael T. Cooke

Mr. Michael T.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael T. Cooke at a glance

Michael T. Cooke is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Friedman, Suder & Cooke. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas Massachusetts District Court Michigan Eastern District Court Minnesota District Court Nebraska (1987). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1987) and Baylor University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tarrant County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Tarrant County Civil Trial Lawyers Association Tarrant County Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael T. Cooke is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, commercial litigation, corporate litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1985, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices at Friedman, Suder & Cooke in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael T. Cooke's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael T. Cooke is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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Michael T. Cooke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael T. Cooke

Where is Michael T. Cooke's law office located?
Michael T. Cooke's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Friedman, Suder & Cooke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael T. Cooke handle?
Michael T. Cooke focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael T. Cooke practiced law?
Michael T. Cooke has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael T. Cooke go to law school?
Michael T. Cooke earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Michael T. Cooke for a consultation?
You can contact Michael T. Cooke 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 Michael T. Cooke received?
Michael T. Cooke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1987
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Massachusetts District Court Michigan Eastern District Court Minnesota District Court Nebraska
Admitted: 1987

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