Atty. Douglas P. Coopersmith

Atty. Douglas P. Coopersmith

Douglas P. Coopersmith is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, franchising, corporate and 5 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas P. Coopersmith at a glance

Douglas P. Coopersmith is a Shareholder based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, m&a, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974) and New Jersey (1974). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and The Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia Bar Association (Member, Corporate, Banking and Real Estate Sections) Pennsylvania Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas P. Coopersmith is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, franchising, corporate and 5 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from The Pennsylvania State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Douglas practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas P. Coopersmith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas P. Coopersmith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Douglas P. Coopersmith is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas P. Coopersmith

Where is Douglas P. Coopersmith's law office located?
Douglas P. Coopersmith's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas P. Coopersmith handle?
Douglas P. Coopersmith focuses on contracts, business, m&a, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Douglas P. Coopersmith practiced law?
Douglas P. Coopersmith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Douglas P. Coopersmith go to law school?
Douglas P. Coopersmith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Douglas P. Coopersmith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas P. Coopersmith received?
Douglas P. Coopersmith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
The Pennsylvania State University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1974
New Jersey
Admitted: 1974

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