Atty. Richard Cocke

Atty. Richard Cocke

Richard Cocke is a lawyer practicing general business law, small business acquisitions, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1952, and has been licensed for 69 years.

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Profile Summary

About Richard Cocke at a glance

Richard Cocke is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Richard Cocke. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1957) and U.S. Supreme Court (1957). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1957) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond, Henrico County (President, 1980-1981), Virginia Bar Association Virginia State Bar (Chairman, Section on Estates and Property, 1971-1973 Member, State Bar Council, 1979-1982 Chairman, Senior Lawyers Section, 1997-1998. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Cocke is a lawyer practicing general business law, small business acquisitions, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1952, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Richard practices at Richard Cocke in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Cocke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Cocke 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.

Richard Cocke is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard Cocke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

Richard Cocke is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Land Use & Zoning

Richard Cocke is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Virginia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Richard Cocke is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Cocke

Where is Richard Cocke's law office located?
Richard Cocke's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Richard Cocke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Cocke handle?
Richard Cocke focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard Cocke practiced law?
Richard Cocke has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Richard Cocke go to law school?
Richard Cocke earned their education at (LL.B., 1957); (B.A., 1952).
How can I contact Richard Cocke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Cocke received?
Richard Cocke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1957
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1957
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1957

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