Atty. David Edward Cooley
David Edward Cooley is a lawyer practicing business, elder law, family and 7 other areas of law. David has been licensed for 12 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 12+ Years Experience
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About David Edward Cooley at a Glance
David Edward Cooley is a trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2014). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Edward Cooley
- David Edward Cooley is a lawyer practicing business, elder law, family and 7 other areas of law
- David has been licensed for 12 years
- David practices in Memphis, TN
Practice Areas Explained
David Edward Cooley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Edward Cooley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Trusts in Memphis
David Edward Cooley is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →
Probate in Memphis
David Edward Cooley is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →
Family Law in Memphis
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David Edward Cooley is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →
Estate Planning & Probate in Memphis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David Edward Cooley is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →
Business & Corporate Law in Memphis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Edward Cooley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Memphis Choose David Edward Cooley
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Edward Cooley's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Edward Cooley brings 12+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, David Edward Cooley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means David Edward Cooley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Edward Cooley Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Edward Cooley has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Edward Cooley directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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