Jim founded his practice in 1980 in order to serve the legal needs of those in the area, and has established a reputation built on trust, integrity and his commitment to creating life-long relationships with his clients.
Jim is a native of St. Charles, Illinois and has been an active member of his community for 0ver 40 years. He attended school in St. Charles School District 303 before graduating from Knox college in 1976 with a BA in Philosophy and receiving his JD degree from the Chicago Kent College of Law in 1979.
Current Board Memberships:
Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association
St. Charles Park District
St. Charles Park Foundation
Kane County Historic Preservation Commission
Community Contacts Inc.
Mid America Horse Show Association
Illinois Saddle Horse Futurity Board
Wisconsin Saddlebred Futurity Board
Current Affiliations:
Illinois State Bar Association
Kane County Bar Association
United States Equestrian Federation
American Saddlebred Horse Association
United Professional Horsemen's Association
Former Board Memberships / AFFILIATIONS:
Mid Valley Neighborhood Improvement Association
Tri City Health Partnership
American Red Cross, Fox Valley Chapter
School District #303, 2007 Referendum Co-chair
St. Charles Celtics Soccer Club
RPM Performing Arts Association
United Way of St. Charles
Kane County Block Grant Commission
Downtown Partnership, St. Charles
St. Charles Country Club
“I have confidently referred Jim Cooke and his incredible staff for many years. Their knowledge and expertise ensure a flawless transaction and happy clients. They go above and beyond!”