James L. Cork II

James L. Cork II

4.3
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 18 years

Commercial real estate Lawyer at Tempe, AZ
Practice Areas: Commercial, Construction & Development, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate

8655 S Priest Drive, Tempe, AZ

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 8 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 18 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 15 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2010

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of James Cork PLLC

8655 S Priest Drive, Tempe, AZ, 85284

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James L. Cork II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
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1 star (2)

Posted by J. | September 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, extremely Patient, and to the point

When my ex-wife unexpectedly threw a “below the belt punch” when trying to receive custody of our son, I needed a no-nonsense, professional attorney. James stuck to the facts as he laid out all of my options. He refused to indulge in similar tactics as opposing counsel, and kept to his knowledge of... the law and professional courtroom etiquette. He knew when to urge me to negotiate, and when it was time to argue in front of the Judge. In the end, I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome for me and my family. Not only did my son remain in the better home, my ex-wife ended paying my Attorney’s fees. It was a long exhausting case, but James kept a positive attitude, which helped boost my morale. James seemed to know when to be extra firm with me in order to help me make the best choices in one of the worse periods of my life. James Cork II, is not only an excellent attorney, but extremely patient and to the point as well. I would recommend him for any type of Family law. Thank you James!

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HE WILL KEEP YOUR CASE GOING UNNECESSARILY

Simply, James Cork will continue to recommend different ways to address and readdress the same matter, even when the judge has not awarded in your favor. I have realized after spending thousands of dollars, he is not working in our best interest of me, or in the interest of our family.

Posted by Ty | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney!

When I finally realize my marriage was over, I was overwhelmed with the idea of finding an attorney. Through my research and word-of-mouth, I hired James. I am very much a first impressions kind of guy, and I can tell you, James won me over quickly. He was very professional, but personable, well hand...ling my difficult case with confidence and integrity. My divorce was quite challenging, with several major issues to resolve, but due to Jameses extensive experience, and broad knowledge of family law, we were able to resolve and ultimately win our positions. James was very thorough with his approach and since this was my first divorce he was very patient, as he walked me through the process, while always keeping my goals in mind. One thing that really impressed me with the James was his ability to never lose his bearing, and to always stay on task. He never lost sight of our position and worked hard to solidify our case throughout the entire process. In addition, his court room etiquette was impressive, and he tackled the fax with the right level of tenacity, and professionalism. At the end of the day, we won our positions and I was very ecstatic with the results. I would and actually have recommended James to others for any family law matter, and thus far his reputation precedes him. Thank you James!

Posted by J. | September 8, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professional, and to the point

Fromm, Smith and Gadow have a strong positive reputation for family law, and Mr. Cork definitely met those expectations. I was very pleased with the professionalism of James Cork. Throughout each process, James was quick to respond, giving me options to make good, educated decisions, which I did... not necessarily have with a previous attorney. James was able to read the situation, and was quick to point out some advantages that were not apparent to me prior. My Child now resides with me, and I feel that I could not have achieved that without James.

Posted by Jill | April 12, 2015

Professional, Respectful, and Empowering

After hearing many positive reviews about Fromm, Smith, and Gadow, I decided to hire Mr. Cork to represent me in my divorce proceedings. I was impressed by how he handled my case with confidence and integrity. His extensive knowledge of Family Law was evident as he patiently walked me through each s...tep of the process careful to make sure I understood every aspect of my case. As his client, he always treated me with respect and dignity, and he never made me feel unsure or rushed. He was always professional and respectful towards me with just the right amount of effective aggressiveness in the courtroom. His diligent work on my case led to a judgement that fulfilled nearly every request I made. The day I hired Mr. Cork I remember feeling overwhelmed and defeated, but after nearly a year I signed my divorce decree in his office with confidence and a renewed sense of empowerment. Divorce can be devastating, but going through it with an attorney of Mr. Cork's caliber by my side allowed me to envision a positive, happy future and gave me the assurance that I will thrive in my newfound freedom. I know I walked out that day with a smile on my face. I would highly recommend Mr. Cork for any Family Law matter. He and his staff are absolutely amazing!

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James L. Cork II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenneth Winsberg

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James is a terrific lawyer and has the highest ethical standards. If I needed a family lawyer, I would be happy to have him represent me."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Mr. Cork. He is a zealous advocate but he is also settlement-focused. He and his firm have an excellent reputation for being competent attorneys practicing family law."

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Greg Davis

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James is one of a handful of local family lawyers who is both easy to work with and proficient in his field."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Lindsay Olivarez

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with James on cases in the past and believe him to be an excellent trial attorney and a very reasonable attorney to work with."

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Michael Clancy

Family lawyer

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Lindsay Olivarez

Family lawyer

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Michael Kielsky

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Associate Attorney, Fromm Smith & Gadow, PC

2010 - 2011

Associate Attorney, The Baker Law Firm LLC

2008 - 2010

Sole Practicioner, Law Office of James Cork PLLC

Associations

2010 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

2008 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

2008 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

2008 - Present

State Bar of Arizona, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Milinovich v. Womack, 236 Ariz. 612, 343 P.3d 924 (Ct. App. 2015)

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Education

2007

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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