Atty. Duane A. Cooper

Atty. Duane A. Cooper

Duane Cooper is a Southwest Missouri native with a long track record of fighting for and protecting his clients. Duane grew up in the Joplin area and graduated with a degree from Missouri Southern State University.

Neosho Neosho 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Duane A. Cooper at a glance

Duane A. Cooper is a Principal based in Neosho, Missouri, practicing at The Law Offices of Duane A. Cooper & Associates, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, car accidents, drug crimes, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Missouri Southern State College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Neosho, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Duane Cooper is a Southwest Missouri native with a long track record of fighting for and protecting his clients
  • Duane grew up in the Joplin area and graduated with a degree from Missouri Southern State University
  • After Duane received his law degree from Washington University School of Law, he returned home to Southwest Missouri to practice law and represent Missouri personal injury clients
  • Duane’s experience is impressive
  • He has been City attorney for Pineville, Anderson and Goodman, Missouri
  • He was Prosecuting Attorney for McDonald County
  • He was also elected by fellow attorneys to be President of the Newton/McDonald County Bar Association
  • Duane has served as a Municipal Judge for the City of Neosho as well as for the Cities of Diamond and Seligman
  • He served for many years as Defense Counsel for the Newton/McDonald County Bar Treatment Courts
  • He is a long-standing member of both the National and Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Duane lives in Neosho with his wife Kelly
  • His daughter, McKinzie, is a kindergarten teacher at George Washington Carver Elementary School in Neosho

Practice Areas Explained

Duane A. Cooper's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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 Neosho 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 Duane A. Cooper

Where is Duane A. Cooper's law office located?
Duane A. Cooper's law practice is located in Neosho, Missouri. The firm is The Law Offices of Duane A. Cooper & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Duane A. Cooper handle?
Duane A. Cooper focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, car accidents, drug crimes, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Duane A. Cooper practiced law?
Duane A. Cooper has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Duane A. Cooper go to law school?
Duane A. Cooper earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Duane A. Cooper for a consultation?
You can contact Duane A. Cooper 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 Duane A. Cooper received?
Duane A. Cooper's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
Missouri Southern State College
- 1986

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1992

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