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About James

James Cook advises on estate and succession planning, wills, probate, trusts, tax-planning, lasting powers of attorney, enduring powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters. His work often includes international elements whereby he advises both UK and non-UK clients. He is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, a student member of the Association of Taxation Technicians and was named in eprivateclient's Top 35 under 35 classes of 2017 and 2018. 

James Cook is an outstanding adviser who in the hard work and attention he gives to our affairs, consistently goes the extra mile and makes us feel valued as clients.
The Legal 500 (2026)
James Cook is extremely responsive, accommodating to particular family situations, and produces advice and documents which are invariably clear and effective.
The Legal 500 (2026)
James Cook is always willing to jump on the phone and speak with my clients about certain matters. He is never pushy and has a friendly helpful approach that makes my clients feel calm
Legal 500

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James' highlights

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31.10.2024

Autumn Budget—as frightening as feared?

Yesterday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the first Labour budget in 14 years. Private client partner James Cook...
James Cook, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, private client team.
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14.10.2024

Russell-Cooke maintains position as Top Law Firm in Family and Private Client categories

Russell-Cooke’s family and children and private client teams have again been recommended in eprivateclient’s annual...
James Cook, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, private client team. Kate Hamilton, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, family and children team.
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James Cook, Kate Hamilton
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02.09.2024

Understanding the role of wealth advisers in growing legacy giving—Remember A Charity

Partner James Cook has contributed to a report prepared by Remember A Charity that asks what role wealth advisors can...
James Cook, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, private client team.
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