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John Milton Cook

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32 years of experience
Criminal Law
Texas

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Biography

John M. Cook is a formidable Dallas criminal defense attorney that has been licensed for over 30 years. John defends clients in all areas of criminal law, but is well renowned for his skill as a Dallas DWI defense lawyer. Not only is John a former police officer and prosecutor, but he is also an experienced investigator and police detective. This experience makes him knowledgeable about the strategies employed by the prosecution when bringing criminal charges. He is a well-known figure in the Texas legal community, respected on both sides of the aisle and by the judges before whom he practices. Contact the top Dallas criminal defense lawyer and best Dallas DWI defense attorney today. Dallas' best DWI defense lawyer is ready to help!

Education

South Texas College of Law: Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.); 1991

Certifications

Board Certified in Criminal Law: Texas Board Of Legal Specialization; 2015

Forensic Lawyer-Scientist: Chemistry and the Law Division, American Chemical Society

Awards

Best Lawyers in Dallas: D Magazine; 2024; Exclusive list honoring the best lawyers in Dallas, as chosen by their peers.

Super Lawyers: Texas Monthly; 2024; The Texas Monthly magazine publishes the Texas Super Lawyers list, which is a selection of the top attorneys in Texas. The list is created by Thomson Reuters, a division that uses a patented process to identify attorneys who have achieved a high level of professional success and peer recognition. The selection process includes: independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations.

Badass Award: DUI Defense Lawyers Association; 2024; Occasionally a DUIDLA member goes above and beyond in their zealous representation of clients or their battle against government overreach and scores an outstanding victory. The DUIDLA Awards Committee may designate a recipient for the coveted DUIDLA Bad Ass Award which is delivered in a ceremony at the following Spring or Fall Seminar. This award is personalized for each attorney who receives it and is the highest honor bestowed by the DUI Defense Lawyers Association.