Atty. William David Cook

Atty. William David Cook

William David Cook is a lawyer practicing estate planning, general practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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About William David Cook at a glance

William David Cook is an Attorney based in Cherokee, Iowa, practicing at Herrick, Ary, Cook, Cook, Cook & Cook. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1987) and Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1999). Educated at Washburn University (J.D., 1987) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cherokee County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of Iowa. Serands clients in Cherokee, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William David Cook is a lawyer practicing estate planning, general practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William practices at Herrick, Ary, Cook, Cook, Cook & Cook in Cherokee, IA

Practice Areas Explained

William David Cook's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William David Cook 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.

William David Cook is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

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

William David Cook is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William David Cook is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William David Cook is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William David Cook

Where is William David Cook's law office located?
William David Cook's law practice is located in Cherokee, Iowa. The firm is Herrick, Ary, Cook, Cook, Cook & Cook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William David Cook handle?
William David Cook focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has William David Cook practiced law?
William David Cook has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William David Cook go to law school?
William David Cook earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact William David Cook for a consultation?
You can contact William David Cook 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 William David Cook received?
William David Cook's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University
- 1987
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1987
Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1999

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