Atty. Bruce Alan Copeland

Atty. Bruce Alan Copeland

Bruce Alan Copeland is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, litigation, insurance and 3 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Rolla in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Joplin Joplin 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Alan Copeland at a glance

Bruce Alan Copeland is a Member based in Joplin, Missouri, practicing at Copeland & Brown. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1982) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1984). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1982) and University of Missouri at Rolla (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jasper County Bar Association The Missouri Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Joplin, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce Alan Copeland is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, litigation, insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Rolla in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Bruce practices at Copeland & Brown in Joplin, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Alan Copeland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Alan Copeland handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bruce Alan Copeland is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Bruce Alan Copeland is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Bruce Alan Copeland is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bruce Alan Copeland is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Bruce Alan Copeland is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Joplin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce Alan Copeland

Where is Bruce Alan Copeland's law office located?
Bruce Alan Copeland's law practice is located in Joplin, Missouri. The firm is Copeland & Brown. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Alan Copeland handle?
Bruce Alan Copeland focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Bruce Alan Copeland practiced law?
Bruce Alan Copeland has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Bruce Alan Copeland go to law school?
Bruce Alan Copeland earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Bruce Alan Copeland for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce Alan Copeland directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce Alan Copeland received?
Bruce Alan Copeland's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1982
B.S.
University of Missouri at Rolla
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1984

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