Biography

Peter A. Cooke is Of Counsel in the West Palm Beach office of HBS. He has been practicing for over 20 years, defending medical malpractice cases and other professional liability matters.

Originally from Gary, Indiana, Peter graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington with majors in Political Science and Journalism. After graduating, he worked as a reporter and writer for over 15 years before attending law school. Peter graduated with honors in 1992 from Nova Southeastern Law School, where he was a member of Law Review.

Peter and his wife, Patty, have long been active in community and charity activities. He has served on the Boards of Palms West Hospital, Oasis Compassion Agency, A.R.C., and the Boys & Girls Club of Wellington.

Credentials

Admitted

State Courts:

Florida

U.S. District Courts:

U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida

U.S. Courts of Appeals:

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

U.S. Supreme Court

Education

J.D., Nova Southeastern University
B.A., Journalism, Indiana University
B.A., Political Science, Indiana University

In the Press

Hall Booth Smith Welcomes Peter A. Cooke as Of Counsel

December 29, 2015

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to announce that Peter A. Cooke has joined the firm as Of Counsel in the N. Palm Beach office. He has been practicing for over 20 years, defending medical malpractice cases and other professional liability matters. Originally from Gary, Indiana, Mr. Cooke graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington with majors in Political

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