Atty. Sidney E Cook, Jr

Atty. Sidney E Cook, Jr

Sidney E Cook, Jr is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 4 other areas of law. Sidney received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Shreveport Shreveport 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Sidney E Cook, Jr at a glance

Sidney E Cook, Jr is a Shareholder based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, product liability, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1982) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana (1982). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1982) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Shreveport (President, Young Lawyers Section, 1989), Louisiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sidney E Cook, Jr is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 4 other areas of law
  • Sidney received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Sidney practices at Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Sidney E Cook, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Product Liability

Sidney E Cook, Jr is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sidney E Cook, Jr

Where is Sidney E Cook, Jr's law office located?
Sidney E Cook, Jr's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. The firm is Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sidney E Cook, Jr handle?
Sidney E Cook, Jr focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, product liability, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Sidney E Cook, Jr practiced law?
Sidney E Cook, Jr has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Sidney E Cook, Jr go to law school?
Sidney E Cook, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Sidney E Cook, Jr for a consultation?
You can contact Sidney E Cook, Jr 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 Sidney E Cook, Jr received?
Sidney E Cook, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1982
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1982

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