Atty. Ada Sheryl Cooper

Atty. Ada Sheryl Cooper

Ada Sheryl Cooper is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal litigation. Ada received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Ada Sheryl Cooper at a glance

Ada Sheryl Cooper is a criminal defense attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1986), and Ohio (1987). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1985) and Amherst College (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ada Sheryl Cooper is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal litigation
  • Ada received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Ada practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ada Sheryl Cooper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ada Sheryl Cooper handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ada Sheryl Cooper

Where is Ada Sheryl Cooper's law office located?
Ada Sheryl Cooper's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ada Sheryl Cooper handle?
Ada Sheryl Cooper focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ada Sheryl Cooper practiced law?
Ada Sheryl Cooper has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Ada Sheryl Cooper go to law school?
Ada Sheryl Cooper earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Ada Sheryl Cooper for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1985
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1986
Ohio
Admitted: 1987

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