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James Richard Cook II
also known as J.R. Cook
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About James
Biography
- 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.
- 40 Under Forty Honoree - Tri Cities Business Journal.
- 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 for multiple years.
- 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 multiple years.
- 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) for multiple years.
- 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 multiple years.
- 2022 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
- 2021 Avvo Client's Choice Award.
- 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 multiple years. J.R. practices 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.
Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a consultation!
Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a free consultation!
Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a free consultation!
Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a free consultation!
Representation that is Aggressive, Dependable, & Fair. Call 423-435-0521 for a free consultation!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Page & Cook, PC
Fax
208 W. Fairview Avenue, Johnson City, TN, 37604
www.pagecooklaw.comGallery
Online Presence
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James Richard Cook II's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
81 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Malynne | January 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney
JR is the BEST!!
James Cook is the best attorney you will find. He is a sweet and super kind attorney, which is refreshing to find in this field. He is very aggressive to the other side and he cares about your case. He is a powerful force. JR is one of a kind, you will not find another attorney like him. He is honest...
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
J.R. for Help Navigating Child Custody Matters
J.R. is very professional, caring, and trusting to work with. During one of the most stressful times of my life, I relied on him to help resolve an exhausting custody situation. He is experienced and knowledgeable at his profession, and I can’t imagine having worked with anyone else throughout such a...
Posted by Dreama | November 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Exceptional Representation
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 of...
Posted by Gabriel | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best in the Business!
Mr. Cook provided superb representation in a termination of parental rights case. His competence and skill was reassuring during a very difficult time. I nicknamed him the "shredder" because he cut right through the inaccuracies of the opposing party's testimony. Regardless of outcome, I was sure I h...
Posted by Whitney | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Lawyer
JR Cook is a great lawyer who is very knowledgeable about law and good at reading people. I hired him for a child custody case and knew immediately that regardless of how the case turned out, he would use his expertise, wit, and knowledge of state custody laws to argue my case to the best ability pos...
James Richard Cook II's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cook has been opposing counsel on many of my cases. He is honest, ethical and hard working."
"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."
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"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."
"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.."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cook is a very personable and hardworking attorney. I would easily recommend his services to anyone!"
"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."
"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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"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."
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Experience
Honors
2021
40 Under 40, Business Journal of the Tri Cities
2020
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2019
Top 10 Law Firm in Tennessee - Family Law, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Best Law Firm, Times News
2019
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2019
Top 10 Family Law Attorney, American Jurist Institute
2019
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Top 10 for Client Satisfaction in Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Top 10 Family Law Attorney in Tennessee, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Top 10 for Client Satisfaction in Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 for Tennessee, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Client's Choice - Child Support, Avvo
2016
Top Contributor - Child Support, Avvo
2016
Nominee, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Client's Choice Award - Child Custody, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice Award - Child Custody, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice Award - Divorce, Avvo
2011
Top 10% Alternative Dispute Resolution, Appalachian School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner Attorney, Page, & Cook, PC
2013 - 2017
Attorney, James R. Cook II, Attorney at Law
Associations
2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2017 - 2021
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2017 - 2021
American Institute of Legal CounselMember
2014 - 2016
Professionals Engaged in Advancing KingsportMember
2013 - 2014
Knoxville Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2015
Tennessee Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2009 - 2012
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Favorable to Client
Case Against Client Dismissed.
Favorable to Client
Case Dismissed in favor of Client!
Favorable to Client
Favorable to Client
Parenting Plan Modified in Favor of Client!
Favorable to Client
Favorable to Client
Favorable to Client
Favorable to Client
Mother Awarded Full Custody
Client awarded back child support dated back to birth of child.
Education
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
Expert Witnesses, Depositions, Cross-Examination, and Child Custody.
2022
Litigation, Arbitration, & Mediation
2022
Tennessee Adoption Law: Start to Finish
2021
Top Challenges in Family Law (Attendee)
2021
Divorce & Real Estate
2021
Advanced Custody & Support Issues
Publications
2019
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2017
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
AAt what age can a child decide which parent they want to live with in Johnson City TN ?
02 May 2018
Can I write the judge regarding a family members case?
04 Apr 2018
I paid. 194$ for filing fees for custody
04 Apr 2018
Legal Guides
General Rights of Parents in Tennessee
27 Apr 2019
Who May Adopt in Tennessee
27 Apr 2019
Debt Division Factors in a Tennessee Divorce
27 Apr 2019