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James Richard Cook II

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  • Johnson City, TN
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James Richard Cook II
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About James

Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a consultation!

 

  • 2021 Best Law Firm - Times News Readers Choice Award.
  • 2020 Best Family Law Firm - Johnson City Readers' Choice Award. 
  • 2020 Best Law Firm - Johnson City Readers' Choice Award.
  • 2020 Best Law Firm - Times News Readers Choice Award.
  • 2019 Best Family Law Firm - Johnson City Readers' Choice Award.
  • 2019 Best Law Overall Firm - Johnson City Readers' Choice Award.
  • 2019 Best Law Firm - Times News Readers Choice Award.
  • Top 10 Family Law Attorney: Mr. Cook was recently selected by Attorney and Practice Magazine as a Top 10 Family Law Attorney in the State of Tennessee.
  • Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers: Mr. Cook was recently selected as a American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA) Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in the State of Tennessee for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
  • 10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction: Mr. Cook was named a 10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction in the State of Tennessee by the American Legal Institute of Family Law Attorneys (AIOFLA) in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
  • Top 10 Under 40 Family Lawyers: Mr. Cook was named a Top 10 Under 40 Family Lawyers for Tennessee by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys for 2018, 2019, 2020.
  • 2020 Avvo Client's Choice Award. 
  • 2019 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
  • 2018 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
  • 2017 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
  • 2016 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
  • 2015 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
  • James R. Cook, II ("J.R.") is a family law and civil litigation attorney licensed to practice law in both State and Federal court. J.R. earned his undergraduate degree from Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia. While attending law school, J.R. served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate representing the best interest of children in child custody cases; earned extensive training in negotiation, mediation and arbitration; and completed 150+ hours of community service.

    J.R. has been recognized by numerous legal organizations for his outstanding family law accomplishments, including being named a Top 10 Family Law Attorney by Attorney and Practice Magazine, a Top 10 Attorney Under 40, and the Avvo Client's Choice Award for five (5) consecutive years. J.R. practices almost exclusively in the area of family law and has extensive experience handling high and low asset divorces, complicated custody disputes, adoptions, and other family law related matters. He understands how stressful, intimidating and complicated lawsuits may be; therefore, it is his goal to make sure every client receives aggressive, dependable and fair representation.

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Practice areas

FamilyChild custodyChild supportDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 25%

  2. Child support: 25%

  3. Child custody: 25%

  4. Family: 25%

    8 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Page & Cook, PC

208 W. Fairview Avenue
Johnson City, TN, 37604

Website
www.pagecooklaw.com 

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TNActive201310/16/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers234
Legal guides12
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2020
Best Law FirmTimes News2019
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40American Society of Legal Advocates2019
Top 10 Family Law AttorneyAmerican Jurist Institute2019
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2019
Top 10 Law Firm in Tennessee - Family LawAttorney and Practice Magazine2019
Top 10 Family Law Attorney in TennesseeAttorney and Practice Magazine2018
Top 10 for Client Satisfaction in TennesseeAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2018
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40American Society of Legal Advocates2018
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2017
Top 10 for Client Satisfaction in TennesseeAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 for TennesseeAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2017
Top Contributor - Child SupportAvvo2016
Client's Choice - Child SupportAvvo2016
NomineeLawyers of Distinction2016
Client's Choice Award - Child CustodyAvvo2016
Client's Choice Award - Child CustodyAvvo2015
Client's Choice Award - DivorceAvvo2015
Top 10% Alternative Dispute ResolutionAppalachian School of Law2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Partner AttorneyPage, Cook, & Vaughan, PLLC2018 - Present
AttorneyJames R. Cook II, Attorney at Law2013 - 2017
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2013 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember2017 - 2021
American Institute of Legal CounselMember2017 - 2021
Professionals Engaged in Advancing KingsportMember2014 - 2016
Knoxville Bar AssociationMember2013 - 2014
Tennessee Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember2013 - 2015
American Bar AssociationMember2009 - 2012
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
AvvoFactors for Property Division in Tennessee Divorce2019
AvvoSpousal Support/Alimony Factors in Tennessee Divorce2019
AvvoThe Guide to Tennessee Divorce2019
AvvoTennessee Child Custody Factors2019
AvvoGeneral Rights of Parents in Tennessee2019
AvvoWho May Adopt in Tennessee2019
AvvoGrounds for Divorce in Tennessee2019
AVVO Legal Guides9 Critical Tips to Fight DCS2017
AVVOTennessee Child Custody for Parents Never Married to Each Other2015
AVVOFAQ on Tennessee Divorce2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Appalachian School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2012
Marshall UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2008
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
National Business InstituteTop Challenges in Family Law- CLE Attended2021
For Better or Worse: Real Estate & DivorceDivorce & Real Estate2021
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Divorce - Client obtained Primary Custody & Financial AwardFavorable to Client
Divorce - Husband/Father obtain Primary CustodyFavorable to Client
DCS Case Dismissed in Favor of Client!Case Against Client Dismissed.
Client awarded House, Car, and Alimony in DivorceFavorable to Client
Parenting Plan Modified for Mother to have Primary Custody and Father only every other weekendFavorable to Client
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Hiring JR Cook as my attorney is one of the best decisions I've ever made. This guy fought for me and was always there no matter what when I had questions or concerns. Although I know that he has many other clients.....he always made me feel like his number one priority! If anyone is going through a divorce I would recommend JR every time!
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Nobody Better than JR Cook!!!

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There is no better divorce attorney than JR Cook. He represents with upmost excellence, honesty, and integrity. He puts his clients first and is highly responsive. He is open and sets the reasonable expectation in the process. He and his firm are professional and caring. He walked my family through a difficult time when we needed a confident attorney to protect or family's future. JR was exactly the answer for our family during this struggle. He brought is peace, confidence, and relief from stress. JR Cook is worth it! Let him help you with your family issue today. We hope to not need an attorney again in the future. But if we do, JR Cook is our man!
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THE BEST OF THE BEST!

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J.R. Was strategic and aggressive with my case and I could not be any more pleased with how it was handled. Is office is wonderful and it is clear everyone looks to J.R. with complete confidence. I completely understand why he is so respected and achieved so many awards! He is certainly THE BEST!
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Exceptional Representation

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My husband and I were served a custody petition from my children’s biological father requesting 50%-50% (7 years after we separated). I interviewed several attorneys in our area, and came to to find Page & Cook through a referral from another law firm in our area. From the first call to the the office, they were quick to run through my case details, set up an appointment, and arrange a meeting between myself and JR.Cook. Through the entire process we were educated specifically about the laws/codes pertaining to our case specifically, and advised quickly as such-without hesitation. After completing mediation, unsuccessfully and proceeding to trial I can without a question know that we picked the ideal attorney to represent us. JR was quick with facts, and gifted with questions enlightening the judge on what myself, and most importantly my children have dealt with through the past 7 years. I am not going to say that “we won” because no child custody trial is really a “win” if you ask me. I will say that the results were Overwhelmingly in OUR favor. Mr. Cook managed to to get every detail of what we requested worked into our parenting plan, and issues that we have been dealing with for YEARS have been acknowledged by the court and placed as parenting guidelines moving forward. I can not thank this law firm enough, I would not hesitate to hire JR again tomorrow, should any future issues arise.
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Best in Attorney in the Tri-Cities!! 6 out of 5 stars!!!

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J.R. Cook represented me in a long and hard-fought battle for nearly a year. My ex-wife attempted to take our daughter and move more than 5 states away with her and justified this by downplaying my role as a loving father. With Mr. Cook at my side, not only was ex-wife denied relocation, but as a bonus we were able to revise a current parenting plan in my favor and I was granted even more parenting time. J.R. Cook is aggressive and the lengths he goes to fight for you will make your head spin. His knowledge and expertise in family law and level of professionalism sets the bar so high that it should cause other law firms to look up and be inspired. Hire this gentleman and rest easy knowing that he's fair, dependable, honest, and will get the job done.
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Fights for you

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I would recommend Jr Cook to anyone who wants to have justices for what is right. He has stepped in to a large mess called my life and has done an absolutely fantastic job handling it. He has always lead me in the right direction to what I should do and how to handle it. I can say he is worth what you pay and more. You message him and will have a message back in no time. He keeps you informed every step of they way. I have used other lawyer but he stands above the rest by all measures.
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This guy is THE BEST attorney ever!

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I'm retired, on Social Security with a pension and was going through a divorce after 43 years of marriage. I hired Mr. Cook and could not be more pleased with the way he handled everything. He made the whole experience so easy for me. He was able to save my pension, and I ended up not having to give my ex wife nearly as much alimony as she wanted. Plus, he was very reasonable. I paid a flat fee and that was it. If you want someone on your side that will get you the best outcome, James Cook is the guy to do it. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone who needs legal counsel. Even other attorney's give him 5 stars, that should tell you something.
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Excellent representation

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Mr. Cook worked quickly to bring a positive resolution to my case. Most importantly, he did what he said he would do and met the deadlines that he promised to meet. I have had 4 other attorneys in the East TN area over the past 15 years and I cannot say the same about any of my past experiences with counsel. In the future, Mr. Cook will be my first contact should I ever require legal representation again.
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Relocation success!

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J.R. is a well organized, prepared attorney! He helped me with my case and I knew I was in great hands. He responded quickly to any and all questions I had, he was very knowledgeable about current case law and had a well thought out, aggressive approach. He is worth every penny and I would highly recommend him to anyone! Thank you J.R.!
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JR made adoption stress free and we won all request

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My wife and I have been together/married for several years. I raised her/our son since he was 3 years old. He wanted me to adopt him for several years and especially wanted to share our last name. I agree'd and of course out of the woodwork came his absent biological father to contest. JR was strategic, detailed, and genius. His best work was done during the deposition period. JR is the professional warrior representative you need. We are absolutely a local tri-city family success story and more importantly we have a very proud and happy child thankful to be adopted. I thank JR for his masterful work from the bottom of my heart. Choosing him for the fate of our family was a major decision and we absolutely made the correct decision.
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Lawyer Susan Ann Kassel

Susan Kassel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook is a fearless and effective litigator who can handle any type of case and any set of facts. He will do an excellent job for his clients.

Lawyer Leif Hamman

Leif Hamman, Child custody Attorney on Mar 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook has an impressive knowledge of the issues, strategies, and methods that apply to custody cases. I endorse this lawyer, and rfecommend his services.

Lawyer Jon Curtis Fromke

Jon Fromke, Family Attorney on Sep 29, 2021
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

JR is an outstanding attorney. He has a reputation for aggressive, effective representation and he lives up to it. If you want someone who will work tirelessly to win your case, JR is your man. I give him my highest endorsement.

Lawyer Stephen Todd

Stephen Todd, Family Attorney on Sep 21, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cook has been opposing counsel on many of my cases. He is honest, ethical and hard working.

Lawyer Kara Lola Page

Kara Page, Family Attorney on Jun 6, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have worked with Mr. Cook on a number of child custody and divorce cases. He is professional, thorough, aggressive, and a skilled advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to endorse Mr. Cook.

Lawyer Brett Jared Bell

Brett Bell, Unknown Attorney on Mar 16, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Kyle Vaughan

Kyle Vaughan, Child custody Attorney on Feb 9, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook has and continues to exhibit a high level of professionalism and competence in the practice of law. Mr. Cook is admired not only by his clients but colleagues as well. I would highly recommend Mr. Cook's legal services.

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Michael Gilly, Family Attorney on Jan 5, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook is, by far, one of the most hard working people that I know (in the legal field or otherwise). He is extremely knowledgeable about many legal issues. He has been someone that is compassionate and easy to approach about any issue. I can't recommend him enough..

Lawyer Joshua Paul Bannister

Joshua Bannister, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2016
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Susan Ann Kassel

Susan Kassel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook is a fearless and effective litigator who can handle any type of case and any set of facts. He will do an excellent job for his clients.

Lawyer William Wayne Fox II

William Fox, Unknown Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cook is a very personable and hardworking attorney. I would easily recommend his services to anyone!

Lawyer Leif Hamman

Leif Hamman, Child custody Attorney on Mar 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook has an impressive knowledge of the issues, strategies, and methods that apply to custody cases. I endorse this lawyer, and rfecommend his services.

Lawyer Stephen Patrick Shepard

Stephen Shepard, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2016
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cook and I attended law school together. He is well-versed in the law and cares deeply for his clients.

Lawyer Nicholas Huntley Armes

Nicholas Armes, Unknown Attorney on Feb 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Cook and I attended law school together, and we now both practice family law in East Tennessee. Mr. Cook is an honest, smart, and hard working attorney. I would not hesitate referring clients to him in the Kingsport area.

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Eugene Belenitsky, Adoption Attorney on Feb 21, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Nicholas Allen Schaefer

Nicholas Schaefer, Unknown Attorney on Feb 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Gregory Deemer

Gregory Deemer, General practice Attorney on Feb 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Cook for over five years and would not hesitate in sending any client his way for legal services.

Lawyer Andrew R. Alex

Andrew Alex, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Travis John Owen

Travis Owen, Unknown Attorney on Feb 9, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Samantha Bohannon

Samantha Bohannon, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Michael John Rogers Jr.

Michael Rogers, Child custody Attorney on Jun 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Brenton James Bohannon

Brenton Bohannon, Family Attorney on Apr 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

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