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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
Other places you can find James online.
James Richard Cook II's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
81 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
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 anonymous | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great lawman!
JR did a great job on my divorce. He was extremely professional and communicated with me at every step of the process. I would recommend him to any friend or family looking for legal counsel.
Posted by John | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best in Attorney in the Tri-Cities!! 6 out of 5 stars!!!
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 bon...
Posted by Kelly | September 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Relocation success!
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 rec...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
JR made adoption stress free and we won all request
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 strateg...
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