Atty. Thomas E. Cook

Atty. Thomas E. Cook

Member, Disciplinary Board, Supreme Court, State of Hawaii, 1997-2003.

Honolulu Honolulu 50 Years Experience 50 year
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About Thomas E. Cook at a glance

Thomas E. Cook is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1976) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1976). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State and American (Member: Section on Litigation Committee on Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee on Professional Liability) Bar Associations American Board of Trial Advocates American College of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Member, Disciplinary Board, Supreme Court, State of Hawaii, 1997-2003

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Cook's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. 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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Hawaii

Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas E. Cook

Where is Thomas E. Cook's law office located?
Thomas E. Cook's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Cook handle?
Thomas E. Cook focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Thomas E. Cook practiced law?
Thomas E. Cook has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Thomas E. Cook go to law school?
Thomas E. Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Thomas E. Cook for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas E. Cook received?
Thomas E. Cook's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1976
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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