Whether you have a criminal matter, a family law issue, a contested guardianship or an auto accident, you need competent legal representation.  The Law Offices of Errol Cook can help. 

CRIMINAL MATTERS:

The accused, whether guilty or innocent of the alleged offense, stands upon unequal ground to answer those charges when faced against police, prosecutors, sophisticated crime labs, and experts. With liberty, work, reputation, and livelihood at stake, the accused needs to find the right attorney and strong advocate to represent them.  Also, the DMV will suspend your license in DUI cases unless your attorney takes immediate action to protect your rights.  Know your rights!

FAMILY LAW & DEPENDENCY

Perhaps the most emotionally stressful and litigious area of law, you need a lawyer who understands the importance of strong advocacy.  

GUARDIANSHIP (OF A MINOR)

Guardianships are usually used to protect minors whose parents are still living.  You need an attorney who understands how important it is to have a caring adult in a child's life.  The relationship between the guardian and the minor is a fiduciary relationship and it is critical that the guardian understand their legal obligations to the minor.

CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCY

Strategic bankruptcy planning is critical when faced with mounting credit card debts and relentless bill collectors.  Credit card debt is the primary reason why individuals explore bankruptcy as an alternative.  Bankruptcy is the process in which the court gives the individual a new financial start.  

EMPLOYMENT LAW

In tough economic times many employers are seeking ways to cut back on expenses.  Many employers will look to reducing overhead by lay-offs and even terminating employees.  Often times employers will retaliate against employees who are most vocal by firing or demoting them.  You need an attorney who is motivated to advocate on your behalf when you are treated unfairly.

1. Communication:

• Your attorney must be available to discuss your case with you in detail. This doesn't mean that you meet once in the office to pay the bill and sign the retainer, but then never hear from them again. This means that there has to be a constant open line of communication between the two of you. The circumstances of cases change frequently, and informed decisions are made only through effective discussion and aforethought.

2. Knowledge:

• Your attorney must have a firm grasp of the facts. Using those facts, your attorney must know the applicable laws, possible defenses, and possible consequences of your case. Using this knowledge, your attorney can then advise you about your case in a meaningful and thoughtful manner.

3. Goal setting:

• Once the facts and legal aspects of the case are determined, it becomes time to set goals. Goals change often throughout the course of a criminal proceeding, but usually involve either resolving the case or taking it to trial. Once these goals are defined, your attorney and you decide how to proceed in the most appropriate fashion.

4. Preparation:

• Using communication, knowledge, and goal setting, your attorney then needs to prepare your case in a manner that helps achieve your goals. This requires creative thinking, hard work, and thorough preparation. Only once this is accomplished can your goals be achieved.

5. Resolution:

• If a suitable solution that achieves your goals has been negotiated by your attorney, then your case is ready to resolve. You will know you have made an informed decision because your attorney has completed all of the above steps, and you will be comfortable that this resolution is your best option. Thus, your goal is accomplished.
  
  
• If the goal is to take the case to trial, then the case proceeds to trial. You need an attorney that is willing to not only try the case, but also to implement all of the above steps. Then, and only then, will you be comfortable resting your liberty and fate in the hands of your attorney. Outcomes can never be guaranteed by any attorney, but success can never be accomplished without an attorney willing to go through these steps to fight for you.

Errol L. Cook is an attorney that will take all steps necessary to vigorously represent you in your time of need, he has literally handled thousands of cases.  Mr. Cook is a trial attorney that is willing to work hard on your case, to fight for you, and to help you achieve your goals.

Contact Mr. Cook to find out if he is the right attorney for you.