Timothy Alfred Cook

Timothy Alfred Cook

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bel Air, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents, Personal Injury

101 Thomas Street, Bel Air, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 37 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1988

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Timothy A. Cook, Attorney at Law

101 Thomas Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014-3635

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Timothy Alfred Cook's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

77 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Scott | August 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best in Bel Air

Mr. Cook is a knowledgeable, experienced, and professional trial lawyer. I particularly appreciated his attention to detail and follow up to ensure every step of the entire process was accounted for. He is well known and respected in Harford County and I highly recommend you engage his services sho...uld you need sound legal advice and representation.

Posted by Colin | September 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fortunate to have found Mr. Cook!

Mr. Cook assisted me in understanding my case and possible outcomes better than I imagined somebody would. His experience combined with his personable manner made my decision in hiring him easy. 100% recommend you hire him!

Posted by Andy | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommended

I cannot find the right words to say just how good of an attorney Tim is! He is very easy to talk to, he will be honest and upfront with you, his price is fair, and he knows what he's doing. Tim got me the very best possible outcome in my case and I could not be more thankful and appreciative. I wou...ld HIGHLY recommend him for your legal needs!

Posted by Tom | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great and honest opinions

Tim was very honest about my case and even advised against his own profits, but because of that I trust him with my case and it was a wise decision. Very reasonable fee. Quick response to questions and emails. Well explaining my situation in details and all possible outcomes. I was able to underst...and the situation well to make my decision what to do after his free consultation. Highly recommend!

Posted by Natasha | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Recommendation ever

I'm thankful one of my friend's recommended me to Timothy Cook. He is very knowledgeable in his field. Before, my trial he told me I should be proactive and get into the recommended programs as soon as possible to ensure the best outcome. He will work with you on a payment plan that is suitable for y...ou and you won't be disappointed because he will go above and beyond for you. The day of my trial, he was honest and genuine with me as he prepared me for the best and worst outcome of my trial. He got me the best and lesser verdict for my trial. He also explained the paperwork to me to ensure I fully understood everything. I would definitely refer him to another person in a second.

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Timothy Alfred Cook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shane Nolan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim is one of the top litigators in Harford County"

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Christopher vanRoden

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I give Tim my endorsement. He is a very ethical and experienced attorney."

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George Rice

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional lawyer that is well respected in an out of the courtroom. He provides top notch legal advice to his clients and gets great results. I have seen him in Court and he does a great job!"

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Peter Hart

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tim helped me with a Pennsylvania client who needed representation for a DUI case in Maryland. The client and I interviewed three other lawyers before choosing Tim. I have over 40 years experience as an attorney and know good from bad. My client made a good decision and was helped at every stage by Tim. He knows DUI/DWI law and the MD court system very well. Plus he's down to earth-a definite plus when working the court system."

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Harry Barnes

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Maronick

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Tim for being a good attorney for his clients when I have seen him in action in Bel Air, MD. But beyond that his courtesy and professionalism with other members of the bar is very impressive. Other lawyers think of Tim the way he treats everyone - with respect and courtesy and dignity. A fine choice as counsel."

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Shane Nolan

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

1994

Volunteer Service Award, Harford County Bar Foundation

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Owner, Timothy A. Cook, Attorney at Law

1990 - Present

Panel Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender Maryland

1990 - Present

Legal Liaison, Bush River Yacht Club

1988 - Present

House Counsel, Cook Motor Cars, Ltd

1990 - 1994

Associate, Brown, Brown, and Brown, PA

1988 - 1990

Associate, Law Office of James McCadden

Associations

2004 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

1990 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

1990 - Present

Harford County Bar Association

1990 - Present

United States District Court for District of MD

Sample of Legal Cases

Adcock v Smith

$20,000 Award

State v Metzger

Not Guilty

State v Hankey

Favorable Plea

U.S. vs. Pedone

Favorable Plea for the Defendant

State v Hicks

Acquittal All Charges

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Education

1987

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Connecticut College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Board of Governors, Bush River Yacht Club

Labor Law/ Employment Law

1996

Franklin Square Hospital Mothers Group

Wills, Estates, Guardianship of minor children

Languages

English

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