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Cody Hooks

Attorney at Law

Criminal Defense & Civil Litigation Specialist

codyhookslaw@outlook.com
270-601-5020
University of Kentucky, J.D. 2018
Kentucky Bar Association, 2019

Attorney Biography

Dedicated legal professional serving the Princeton community

Early Life & Education

Cody Hooks was born and raised in Princeton, Kentucky, and is the proud son of Danny and Lisa Hooks. A graduate of Caldwell County High School, where he was valedictorian of the Class of 2010. Cody went on to earn his bachelor's degree from the University of Kentucky in 2014. He later received his Juris Doctor from the Chase College of Law in 2018.

Professional Experience

That same year, Cody began his legal career with the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy at the Princeton Trial Office, where he gained extensive courtroom experience. Over the course of his career, he has completed numerous jury trials involving felony, misdemeanor, and civil matters, as well as represented clients in various administrative hearings before the Kentucky High School Athletic Association, the Kentucky Department of Transportation, and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife. Cody was admitted to the Kentucky Bar Association in 2019.

Education & Credentials

Education

  • Caldwell County High School - Valedictorian, Class of 2010
  • University of Kentucky - Bachelor's Degree, 2014
  • Chase College of Law - Juris Doctor, 2018

Practice Areas

  • Criminal Defense
  • Civil Litigation
  • Administrative Law
  • Family Law

Experience

  • Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy
  • Princeton Trial Office
  • Extensive Jury Trial Experience
  • Administrative Hearings

Community Involvement

Professional Leadership

Cody is an active member of his community. He has served as both president and vice president of the 56th Judicial Bar Association and is currently the Lyon County Law Librarian Chair.

Community Service

Beyond his legal career, Cody devotes time to coaching basketball for Caldwell County Middle and High School, and he is a proud member of Southside Baptist Church and the Princeton Golf and Country Club. He also supports local charities and community initiatives through philanthropic efforts.

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional and community commitments, Cody enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs, as well as hunting, basketball, golf, and traveling.

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