COOKE & STEFFAN - Key Persons
Edwin Steffan retired in 1992, and Thomas has served as the sole proprietor and owner of the law firm since that time.
In his many years of ownership, Thomas has seen the business grow and prosper. During this time, Thomas has personally represented individuals, banks, and businesses, assisted local volunteer civil groups, served as Town Prosecutor, and has volunteered as defense representation. In addition, he now participates in the Volunteer Lawyer Project, which provides law services to those who cannot otherwise afford a lawyer. He has a balanced view of the law and its role in society due to his many years of private practice. His motto, and the firm's focus is simply stated "We are lawyers, we serve." The firm now represents hundreds of clients from the Alden State Bank to the Zientek Estate.
Cooke & Steffan continues to preserve the tradition of quality service to individuals and small business entities, to provide pro bono work for those who cannot afford to pay an attorney, and to seek out new areas of need for legal services.
Over thirty years ago, I joined the Cooke & Steffan law firm. In my time serving the community of Alden, it has been my goal to put integrity and quality work above all else. When working with a client, my approach is always to listen first to their concerns, wishes and expectations. After understanding my client's intentions, I can then provide the personalized service that he or she deserves. No matter the task, I hold myself and my staff to the highest expectation of excellence, and will accept nothing less. When you trust our law firm to provide you with service and guidance, whether a simple matter or complex legal issue, you can depend on us to see it through to the end.