Jace Cook - Lake Oswego Criminal Defense Lawyer Reviews & Ratings

Jace Cook Bio
Jace D. Cook founded COOK LAW in 2016, a dynamic general practice law firm based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, with a strong focus on criminal defense. In 2022, he transitioned from the firm to take on a pivotal role as a prosecutor with the Linn County District Attorney’s Office, where he skillfully handles both misdemeanor and felony cases. Concurrently, Mr. Cook serves as a dedicated JAG Officer with the Oregon National Guard, a commitment he began in 2020. He currently holds the position of Trial Counsel for the 41st IBCT HHC in Clackamas, Oregon, exemplifying leadership and legal expertise in both civilian and military spheres.. Mr. Cook is unavailable for hire at this time. We are proud to refer you to our friends and colleagues at Barry W. Engle PC or to Mr. Jared Justice.. Jace D. Cook, Esq., was the founder, manager, and a shareholder of COOK LAW - There when you need it.® After spending several years gaining experience in multiple disciplines of the law, Mr. Cook envisioned a practice that would treat clients like family by providing a combination of personable legal advice and the strongest representation possible in criminal defense. Having worked as a public defender at Multnomah Defenders Inc. and as a criminal defense associate for former prosecutor, now veteran criminal defense attorney, John Gutbezahl, Mr. Cook has successfully tried misdemeanor, felony, and restraining order cases before judges and juries. Prior to his work in criminal defense, Mr. Cook gained significant experience at general practice law firms, personal injury firms, and in-house legal departments. Mr. Cook learned what did and did not work...what did and did not benefit the client. From his time working with former prosecutors, Mr. Cook has an inside track on many of the procedures and strategies employed by DA offices in Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties. Based on the above foundation of "real world" experiences and knowledge, Mr. Cook built COOK LAW.. The core values at COOK LAW:. 1. Justice. 2. Dignity. 3. Compassion. 4. Integrity. 5. Excellence