Zachary J Cook

Zachary J Cook

also known as Zach Cook

4.1
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI

455 Sherman Street, Ste. 400, Denver, CO

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About Zachary

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 26 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1999

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Law Offices of Zachary J Cook

455 Sherman Street, Ste. 400, Denver, CO, 80203

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Zachary J Cook's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews

Posted by RunAway | February 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

This man is a thief

Ask him where his office is, go there and you will find that he doesn't actually have an office in that building. Ask him to return your retainer and you will never hear from him again. I was able to recover a portion of my $5000 retainer when I filed a case with the attorney regulations council. He ...did keep about $1000, with no explanation or invoice. His involvment with my case involved an initial phone consultation and he emailed a blank form, for this, he kept $990. I am wondering if a full $1000 would up the criminal charges for theft. BE WARNED.

Posted by David | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Civil Matter

I contacted Zach to provide legal assistance on a civil matter that I was involved with. Zach, took charge of the situation, provided a detailed overview of what the process would be and then produced a vociferous rebuttal. Zach proved to be well versed and equally well equiped to handle my situation.... The ultimate outcome was a dismissal of the complaint. It was an incredible relief to have Zach handle this case and provide the basis that lead to a swift dismissal. I would highly recommend Zach Cook.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Took the case, our money and ran

If we only knew beforehand, we would not have hired Zack. We hired him for the simplest of cases. We signed a contract, paid him a $5000 retainer and never heard back. After three weeks of hiring him, my husband called, texted and emailed....no response. He is a good salesman and that's about it.... I can't believe he actually gets away this. He's a criminal. We work so hard for our money and he took it. We hired another lawyer who did what we had asked in SIX DAYS. One month after hiring Zack, we had nothing accomplished. We have asked around Denver and nobody has heard of him, so clearly he is not experienced enough.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

I thought to be an attorney you have to know the difference between right and wrong?

I hired this guy for my divorce and wow what a mistake! Never use him unless you want to be swindled. I gave him $9500 for my divorce. What I got for the $9500 was I had to turn him in to the Supreme Court of Attorney Regulations as he pretty much ran off with my money and did nothing for that mon...ey. He doesn't send an accounting of time, he doesn't call you back, he doesn't do anything really. Just steals your money. He should be ashamed of himself. The bottom of the barrel truly. What happened to me was horrible and then he kicked me when I was down. Despicable person.

Posted by Mike | March 14, 2012 | Child Custody

Amazing job on a very contentious case

My ex wife and I had split up a few years prior, and when i remarried my ex claimed that I had not followed the Court Orders and that we needed to moidify them. Given the fact that we had children together, it was a very sticky situation, as we could not agree on anything during mediation, or outside... of the courtroom. Mr. Cook was able to use his knowledge of the courts, and nuances in small aspects that I never thought would have made a difference, to tip the scales in my favor early on in the case. From there his preparation paid off well in the courtroom, and after many court visits, I won the majority of decision making and custody of my children. I don't believe this would have been possible without the saavy and knowledge Mr Cook brought to my case.

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Zachary J Cook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Zachary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brandon Ceglian

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Zach Cook, Esq. in the areas of DUI, Divorce, and Family Law. He has tremendous pride in his role as client advocate and is never content, always seeking to improve upon his legal knowledge and advocacy skills. He has the wherewithal and the thoughtfulness to get the very best of results for his clients."

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David Littman

Family lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Zachary Cook in the areas of family law and criminal law. He is skilled attorney who diligently represents his clients. He provides excellent advice and can assist in reaching settlement with the same focus as he can litigate. You will be in good hands with Zach Cook."

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Debra Ehrenstrasser

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Kay Granath

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Disbarment issued in CO, 2021

updated on 09/16/2021

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Colorado Supreme Court to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Immediate Suspension issued in CO, 2020

updated on 08/17/2020

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Attorney/Litigator, Law Offices of Zachary J. Cook, Esq.

Associations

2012 - Present

Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary Committee

Member

2003 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar

Member

1999 - Present

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1999 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1999 - Present

Denver Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1994

Colorado State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Southwestern University School of Law

Speaking Engagements

2001

Monthly Series

Tour Booking for Musicians

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