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Ronald S. Cook
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Biography
Ronald S. Cook is the founder of Ronald S. Cook, P.C., a New York law firm. The firm represents clients in all 62 New York counties.
Practice areas: speeding and traffic ticket defense (VTL matters in TVB, town, village, and district courts statewide); Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy; foreclosure defense and loan modification; debt defense and consumer protection; estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate; tax matters; and business law.
Education and admissions: J.D., New York Law School; LL.M. in Taxation, New York Law School; LL.M. in Bankruptcy, St. John's University School of Law; M.B.A., summa cum laude; B.S.B.A., University of Hartford. Admitted to practice in New York (2004), the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern, Southern, Northern, and Western Districts of New York, and the United States Tax Court.
Recognition: Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated, multiple years; Super Lawyers designation, multiple years. Attorney Cook has been an active member of multiple bar associations and the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. He is a published author and has answered more than 1,300 legal questions on Avvo.
Our law firm has over 3,000 client testimonials across Google, BBB, Trustpilot, and other platforms. Consultations are free for the first 15 minutes. The firm accepts cash, check, credit card, and secure online payment, and accepts MetLife Legal Plan matters.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
60%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Estate Planning
10%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Ronald S. Cook, P.C.
12 Bank Avenue, Smithtown, NY, 11787
Ronald S. Cook, P.C.
1225 Franklin Ave, Suite 325, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Ronald S. Cook's Reviews
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Posted by Mary | April 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Fast and Great Results
I had gotten a nasty speeding ticket that would have given me 6 points on my license on my first offense. I decided to seek help instead of letting my driving record suffer and I am happy I chose Ronald Cook. He was very helpful and accomodating and is available to talk even if you have a hectic work...
Ronald Cook
Replied last September 28, 2026Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. I am glad we were able to resolve the matter quickly and help protect your driving record. I also appreciate your comments about our availability and responsiveness. Thank you for placing your confidence in our office.
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Bankruptcy
He is a great Bankruptcy Attorney who walked us through this hard time very smoothly.
Ronald Cook
Replied last September 28, 2026Thank you for your kind words. I am glad we were able to guide you through the bankruptcy process and make a difficult time easier to manage. I sincerely appreciate your confidence in our office.
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Kathy
Very knowledgeable and informative would Highly recommend his services shows up on time and makes you feel at ease in a high stress situation, takes the time to speak to you and explain all aspects and future factors and scenarios
Ronald Cook
Replied last September 28, 2026Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. I am glad that I was able to make a stressful situation easier by explaining the process, the available options, and what to expect going forward. I sincerely appreciate your confidence in our office.
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Paul
I went to Ron after a bad business issue that my accountant lead me into. He was very helpful and answered all my questions clearly both in person and through email. Hiring Ron to help me with a chapter 7 bankruptcy was the best thing I could have done. There are a few other issues that I need wrappe...
Ronald Cook
Replied last September 28, 2026Thank you for your thoughtful review and kind words. I am glad I was able to provide clear guidance and help you through the Chapter 7 process. I also appreciate your comments about our communication, knowledge, and reasonable fees. Thank you for continuing to place your trust in our office.
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Zero Points and low fine
I went to the traffic court and I was told that I would get stuck with 4 points and a large fine. I didn't like that so I went to Attorney Cook to ask him to help. Attorney Cook went to court for me and got ZERO points and a lower fine!
Ronald Cook
Replied last September 28, 2026Thank you for your review. I am glad we were able to improve the outcome and resolve the matter with no points and a reduced fine. I appreciate your confidence in our office.
Ronald S. Cook's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Several clients of ours have either retained Ron or recommended him to others who have then retained him for debt counseling and bankruptcy services. In each instance, he has received rave reviews for his expertise. Our office has also consulted with Ron when bankruptcy issues have arisen and he has been knowledgeable and helpful."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Real Estate Brokerage License, New York State
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
5.0 Client Rating, Google
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2015
Featured Attorney Chapter 7, AVVO
2014
Avvo's 2014 Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
LLM Outstanding Academic Achievement, St. Johns Law School
2014
LL.M. Deans List, St John's Law School
2013
Guest Speaker Recognition, The Alternative Board
2013
Top 10% most viewed profile, Linkedin
2013
Avvo's 2013 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2013
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Certificate of recognition, Smithtown Chamber of Commerce
2012
Most referrals given, BNI
2012
Most referrals given, The Alternative Board
2012
Notary Public (license), State of New York
2011
Infusionsoft Certified, Infusionsoft
2009
Deposition Skills Certificate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2008
Trial Skills Certification, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
Mortgage Broker License, New York State
2003
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, Microsoft
2003
Certified Technical Trainer, Comptia
2003
Lexis, Certificate of Legal Research Proficiency, LexisNexis
2003
MCSE, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Microsoft
2003
Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft
1991
Registered business school teaching permit, New York State
Work Experience
2004 - Present
President, Ronald S. Cook, PC
2016 - 2016
President, JUST CAUSE (Volunteer Charity work)
2000 - 2001
Officer, Dickstein Shapiro Morin & Oshinsky
1999 - 2000
Principle, Roberts Sheridan & Kotel
1999 - 2004
President, Technology Made Simple
1998 - 1999
Assistant Attorney, State Of Connnecticut
1998 - 1999
Consultant, Goldman Sachs
1995 - 1998
Consultant, JP Morgan
1995 - 1999
President, Technology Is Made Easy
1994 - 1995
Consultant, Merrill Lynch
1993 - 1994
Consultant, Kidder Peabody (now Paine Webber)
1992 - 1993
Principle, Dreyfus (now Bank of NY Mellon)
1990 - 1992
President, Elite Investing
Associations
2008 - Present
National Institute for Trial AdvocacyMember
2007 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
2006 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
2004 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationL.R.I.S.
2004 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationL.R.I.S.
2004 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2003 - Present
NYLS Alumni AssociationAlumni
2009 - 2011
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysArticle contributor
2007 - 2009
New York State Bar AssociationArticle contributor
2007 - 2013
Suffolk County Bar AssociationBankruptcy Committee Member
2005 - 2010
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2004 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DEUTSCHE BANK v ROMANO, PETER
Success
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK V SANFILIPPO, JOHN D.
Success
FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE v DEROSA, THOMAS M.
Success
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC v GRIMALDI, NICHOLAS, III
Success
WELLS FARGO BANK v FERGUSON, GREGORY
Success
THE BANK OF NEW YORK v SOO AM, KIM
Success
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON v MISRA, RAJNI
Success
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST v GATTO, MARK
Success
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK v PICANO, SALVATORE J.
Success
STATE INSURANCE FUND v NEW YORK PALACE
Success
WELLS FARGO BANK v FARACI, DIANE
Success
NORTH COUNTRY PLAZA, LLC v INFINITY POWER ELECTRICAL
Success
SCHWING ELECTRIAL SUPPLY v INFINITY POWER ELECTRICAL
Success
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK v HAUSER, WILLIE
Success
FUCHS,HOWARD v WERTMAN,JOEL W.
Success
WINDCREST AT GALLERIA v PIERCE, LEE,
Success
GARNIER, LAWRENCE JR. v NOLAN, KATHLEEN
Success
US BANK NATIONAL v BAPTISTE, REGINALD
Success
ORLANDO, CHRISTOPHER v JUBILEE FLORRING SUPPLY LLC.
Success for defendant
ELMERMOUTI, ALI ANO vs. NIGAI, ALEXANDRU D. ANO
Assisted towards resolution
MASSEO LANDSCAPE, INC. V OLIVIERO, THOMAS AND PATRICIA OLIVIER
Success
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Education
2007
New York Law School
LL.M - Master of Laws
2003
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Dowling College
MBA
1990
University of Hartford
BSBA
N/A
St John's College
LLM Classes
Speaking Engagements
2016
Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition
Preliminary Judge
2015
Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition
Preliminary Judge
2013
Some relief after hurricane Sandy
Disaster Relief
2013
Board of directors meeting
Contracting with independent contractors
2011
Bankruptcy and Income Taxes
Dischargeability of Income Taxes in Bankruptcy
2010
Chapter Meeting
Bankruptcy
Publications
2016
The Suffolk Lawyer
SCBA holiday event
2016
The Suffolk Lawyer
And the beat goes on
2012
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Financial Procrastination
2012
Handbook
Foreclosure Defense
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Debts dischargable in Bankruptcy
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Bankruptcy Stress
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Reaffirmation Agreements
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Loan Modifications
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Eliminating Taxes in Bankruptcy
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Foreclosure and Alternatives
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Credit After Bankruptcy
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Judgements
2011
Ronald S. Cook, Video Series
Financial Procrastination
2011
Handbook
Loan Modifications
2010
Get out of debt faster than you ever thought possible!
Bankruptcy & Debt $olutions
2010
Handbook
Repair Your Credit
2009
Handbook
Credit After Bankruptcy
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for the landlord to respond to my motion to dismiss the nonpayment case through an attorney who is not registered?
11 Jun 2024
Q&A
Can my ex be required to provide tax returns for an out of state company where it shows he's 50% owner?
11 Jun 2024
Q&A
If it states in a will that fund are to be put in an SNT for beneficiary where are the terms?
05 Jun 2024