Justin James Cook

Justin James Cook

also known as Justin J. Cook, Justin Cook

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 24 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Chandler, AZ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Construction & Development, Litigation ... +2 more

1820 East Ray Road, Chandler, AZ

About Justin

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 70%

Justin has shifted his focus and is using past experience associated with poor and nonexistent estate planning, involving the family farm on which he grew up, to help those in need of estate planning and probate litigation.

25 years | 40 cases

70%
Construction and Development 10%

Experience in representing large to small companies with operations throughout the continental United States and Hawaii. Experience in negotiating, litigating drafting contracts and mediation of complex issues involving residential, commercial and industrial projects.

25 years | 100 cases

10%
Litigation 10%

Justin J. Cook has an extensive background in general civil litigation, including; family law, contract disputes, motor vehicle accidents, business dissolution, real estate and much more.

25 years | 1,287 cases

10%
Agriculture 5%

Justin J. Cook was raised on a farm and ranch in Keya Paha County, Nebraska. He has represented farmers and ranchers as well as insurance companies regarding issues ranging from livestock death, to crop failure and herbicide application disputes. He also has experience working in the field of forensic agronomy and hold a degree in biology. This background also aids in his ability to counsel clients when forming the proper entities to shield agricultural assets and make proper estate plans.

25 years | 100 cases

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

Representation of clients in cases ranging from felonies to misdemeanors in state court and representation of clients before the federal courts of Nebraska. Since practicing as a first year associate, Justin J. Cook has maintained a heavy caseload of criminal cases. He consistently attends the latest seminars and keeps up with the latest in technology.

25 years | 400 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 4 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nebraska for 24 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

THIES & COOK PLLC

1820 East Ray Road, Chandler, AZ, 85225

THIES & COOK PLLC

830 L Street, Suite 200, Lincoln, NE, 68508

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Justin James Cook's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Jason | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Family Criminal Case, Review of State Legal Documents and Consultation

Justin is a very well rounded lawyer. Professionalism with a personal touch added to what he does. I have used Mr. Cook's services on more than one legal issue. Ranging from a criminal case, legal documentation review and even just consultation for my own understanding of legal documents that I was i...nvolved in.

Posted by Susan | September 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best in Nebraska

Justin Cook-Lincoln Law LLC is by far the best attorney in Nebraska and I would hire him over any top attorney in any major city in this country. The entire firm is friendly, kind, helpful. Justin is an exceptional attorney, with not only amazing litigation skills, be he is funny and kind and cares ...about his clients in a very real and personal way. We have used Justin for criminal defense, custody, and civil matters and we have been very happy with the outcome. We have used other law firms in Nebraska and have felt like a number and that the follow up and communication was non-existent. We have never felt like that with Lincoln Law, not once. We have and continue to recommend Justin without hesitation to our friends and family because we know without a doubt that he will make a positive difference for them. We know that he will work tirelessly on their behalf. We feel very lucky to have found Justin and Lincoln Law LLC.

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Justin Cook

Justin Cook is a calm, thorough man who will listen, research, and represent you well. I have only needed a defense attorney once, but if I were ever in need again I would not hesitate to call Justin.

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Justin James Cook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tregg Lunn

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kory George

Litigation lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Cook is a client-focused and results-driven attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael Brewer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, not only or criminal defense, but for other legal maters as well."

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Douglas Kerns

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Timothy Noerrlinger

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Co-managing partner, THIES & COOK PLLC

2003 - 2021

Attorney, Lincoln Law, LLC

2001 - 2003

Associate, Langvardt & Valle

Associations

2011 - Present

Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys

Member

2001 - Present

Nebraska State Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Nebraska, ex.rel. Michelle Libal and Justin Long v. Patti Lindgren v. Justin Cook

The Saunders County District Court entered an order denying the Writ of Mandamus allowing the name to remain on the ballot.

U.S. v. $35,000 in U.S. Currency v. Hitchcock

After a suppression hearing and trial the government was ordered to return all monies seized from Daniel Hitchcock.

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Education

2001

University of Nebraska College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Hastings College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

One Hundred Fourth Session of Nebraska Legislature

Harassment of Petition Circulator Legislation

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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