Meet Morgan, Cook & Beck, LLP

James L. Cook, a proud native of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, embarked on his academic journey with zeal, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from the esteemed University of Southern Mississippi in 1979. His dedication to legal excellence led him to pursue a Juris Doctor degree with honors from the prestigious University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law in 2001. Following his remarkable academic achievements, he was duly admitted to the State Bar of Arkansas and the revered State Bar of Texas.

Since 2001, Mr. Cook has been an indispensable asset to our firm, specializing in family and civil litigation law with unparalleled expertise and commitment.

His legal prowess extends across the breadth of Arkansas State and Federal Courts, as well as all Texas State and Federal Courts, where he passionately advocates for his clients' rights and interests. In addition to his stellar legal career, Mr. Cook actively contributes to the legal community as a respected member of the Texarkana Bar Association and the American Inns of Court, showcasing his dedication to excellence and professional growth.

Insurance Defense
General Civil Litigation
Family Law
Personal Injury
Constitutional/Civil Rights Defense

Texas, 2002
Arkansas, 2001
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas
U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Arkansas
U.S. District Court Western District of Arkansas
U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit

University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law, Little Rock, Arkansas, 2001
J.D. Honors: With Honors
University of Southern Mississippi, 1979 B.S.

Texarkana Bar Association
Northeast Texas Bar Association
Arkansas Bar Association
State Bar of Texas