Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 39+ Years Experience
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About David P. Cooper at a Glance
David P. Cooper is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Kolisch Hartwell, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1987) and Oregon registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1987) and Marquette University (B.S. Chemistry, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David P. Cooper
- Mr. David P. Cooper is a lawyer
- David P. received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David P. practices at Kolisch Hartwell, P.C. in Portland, OR
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon 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 Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-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 Portland Choose David P. Cooper
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 P. Cooper's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David P. Cooper brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin and Oregon registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, David P. Cooper can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means David P. Cooper attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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