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Contact Information

Education

  • University of Florida College of Law, J.D., magna cum laude
    • Order of the Coif
  • University of South Florida, B.S., cum laude

Bar and Court Admissions

  • The Florida Bar
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida

Brandon A. Cook

Shareholder

Brandon is a shareholder in the firm’s Litigation Department. His practice focuses on business and complex commercial litigation, including helping companies navigate their rights and obligations in corporate transactions and contractual deals. In addition, Brandon represents banks in debt workout arrangements, and select clients in high-value asset family law matters.

Prior to joining Smith Hulsey & Busey, Brandon served as a judicial extern for Judge Harvey E. Schlesinger of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Brandon graduated from the University of Florida College of Law, where he served as president of the Florida Moot Court Team and editor for the University of Florida Journal of Law & Public Policy. He studied political science and economics as an undergraduate at the University of South Florida.

Since 2022, Best Lawyers in America has recognized Brandon as “Ones to Watch” in Commercial Litigation.

Recognition

  • Best Lawyers in America
    • "Ones to Watch" in Commercial Litigation, 2022-2024

Professional Activities

  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Jacksonville Bar Association Litigation Section: Commercial Litigation, vice chair
  • The Chester Bedell Inn of Court