Atty. Rafael Luis Cook

Atty. Rafael Luis Cook

Rafael Luis Cook is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, securities / investment fraud, banking and 7 other areas of law. Rafael received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Rafael Luis Cook at a glance

Rafael Luis Cook is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Chapman And Cutler Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy, and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1983) and Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rafael Luis Cook is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, securities / investment fraud, banking and 7 other areas of law
  • Rafael received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Rafael practices at Chapman and Cutler LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Rafael Luis Cook's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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

Rafael Luis Cook is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Rafael Luis Cook

Where is Rafael Luis Cook's law office located?
Rafael Luis Cook's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Chapman And Cutler Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rafael Luis Cook handle?
Rafael Luis Cook focuses on business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rafael Luis Cook practiced law?
Rafael Luis Cook has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Rafael Luis Cook go to law school?
Rafael Luis Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Rafael Luis Cook for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1983
B.A.
Ohio Wesleyan University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983

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