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 9 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Derrick | October 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Professional and very efficient

Attorney Timothy Cook went above and beyond . The case consisted of a suspended drivers license, to include speeding tickets. With persistence and determination Attorney Cook was able to get the charges dismissed . I would recommend this attorney to anyone in need of a competent attorney.

Posted by Allan | September 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Speeding ticket turned into DUI Charge

I found Tim using reviews and proximity to me and my case. I was speeding and got pulled over on a weekend night. The officer threw the book at me , 6 violations including a DUI charge. I was cooperative and did not agree to participating in tests. Upon meeting with Tim, I felt very comfortable. Tim... could be your next door neighbor. Very down to earth and personable! When we went to trial, I could not have been happier with the outcome. My most serious charge of DUI was dropped. I paid a traffic citation, including absorbing the associated points. It was the first mistake of my life, and thanks to Tim, I won't have this egregious charge on my record. Do yourself a favor and pay up front for this attorney. In the long run, you will save yourself money and more!

Posted by Julian | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellente traffic lawyer

Mr. Cook handled my traffic case with diligence and fairness. Also in conclusion he was patient with me in finding a traffic lawyer and trusting one as welland he was very just in his handling of legal affairs

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Experience and connections help

Tim Cook has a lot of experience as an attorney and that is a huge plus in most professions but especially in his. He has over 30 years experience and it helps him to anticipate every scenario conceivable. He also has experience in the restaurant industry and this is good because he has a custome...r service mentality and even said that he was there to work for us. I liked how such a great attorney could have such humility. Plus, if you're looking for a serious traffic lawyer like for DUI's, he specializes in this area so that's nice. Furthermore, his experience also gives him deep connections with all the major players in a courtroom like knowing the judge and state's attorney. So even though I came to a town as relatively remote as Bel Air, he knew everyone and that was an immense help. Finally, he was very friendly and down to earth and kind. He made you feel comfortable from the beginning and offered to answer any questions. Basically, he made himself available to me, his client.

Posted by Donny | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Out of State representation

While visiting family in Maryland, I received some traffic violations that required me to appear in court. Living out of state, I contacted Tim through emails and phone calls and he was extremely responsive and made it extremely easy for me to do without being present to discuss. He provided me wit...h all the information I needed and made me feel extremely comfortable that he would get me the best possible outcome during my trial. He walked me through each step and when it finally came time to appear in court, he went out of his way to take care of a few things prior to the trial so I didn't have to travel the 1,200 mile round trip to appear. He also appeared on my behalf and paid my fine upfront, trusting there was a check in the mail. Great representations and I'd recommend his services to family and friends.

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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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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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