Atty. Dean L. Cooper

Atty. Dean L. Cooper

Omicron Delta Kappa. Note and Comment Editor, Missouri Law Review, 1988-1989.

Jefferson City Jefferson City 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (573) 298-6397 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Dean L. Cooper at a glance

Dean L. Cooper is a Shareholder based in Jefferson City, Missouri, practicing at Brydon, Swearengen & England Professional Corporation. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on estate planning, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1989), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1989), U.S. Court of Military Review (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1989) and Westminster College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Missouri Bar American Bar Association Energy Bar Association. Serands clients in Jefferson City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Omicron Delta Kappa
  • Note and Comment Editor, Missouri Law Review, 1988-1989
  • Distinguished Military Graduate
  • Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2008-2012

Practice Areas Explained

Dean L. Cooper's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Jefferson City 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 Dean L. Cooper

Where is Dean L. Cooper's law office located?
Dean L. Cooper's law practice is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. The firm is Brydon, Swearengen & England Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean L. Cooper handle?
Dean L. Cooper focuses on estate planning, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Dean L. Cooper practiced law?
Dean L. Cooper has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Dean L. Cooper go to law school?
Dean L. Cooper earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Dean L. Cooper for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dean L. Cooper received?
Dean L. Cooper's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1989
B.A.
Westminster College
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Military Review
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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