Atty. Edward L. Cooley

Atty. Edward L. Cooley

My name is Ed Cooley and I would like to thank you for visiting our website. I have been practicing law in Lexington, Kentucky and surrounding areas since 1981.

Lexington Lexington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Edward L. Cooley at a glance

Edward L. Cooley is a Partner based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Cooley Iuliano Robey, PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1981) and Prestonsburg Community College (A.S. University, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • My name is Ed Cooley and I would like to thank you for visiting our website
  • I have been practicing law in Lexington, Kentucky and surrounding areas since 1981
  • I decided at an early age that I wanted to grow up to be a lawyer
  • I wanted to be able to help those who could not easily help themselves
  • I can proudly say that part of me never changed
  • As a result, my law practice has evolved into a vehicle for helping those who might be considered “the underdog,” or “the little guy.” I enjoy representing people who are up against strong odds or what often appears to be more powerful opponents
  • In short, I like to level the playing field, or better yet, lead the victory of the powerless over the powerful
  • After receiving my Associates Degree at Prestonsburg Community College in 1976, and my Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Kentucky in 1978, I decided to stay in Lexington and attend the University of Kentucky College of Law
  • It was during my studies in law school that my ideals solidified, and I knew that I wanted to spend my life helping others
  • While many of my classmates went on to work at corporations, as judges or prosecutors, or decided to abandon the practice of law altogether, I knew that I wanted to do nothing but help those whose lives were being ruined by criminal charges or were injured, and often facing financial and emotional destruction due to the negligence of another
  • Many of these people had little-to-no knowledge of how to defend themselves, or how to protect their interests, and were unable to afford an expensive attorney to assist them
  • I knew that in order to properly help, I would need to devote my life to becoming the best defense and trial lawyer I could possibly be
  • Consequently, I have spent my career not as a lawyer satisfied that I need to know nothing more, but with deep conviction that I must always strive to learn more each day in order to become and remain an effective advocate for my clients
  • I prefer to view the opportunity to represent clients not as a financial opportunity for the lawyer, but rather an opportunity to help another person in time of need
  • Representing clients, in my mind, is not a job
  • it is both a privilege and an honor

Practice Areas Explained

Edward L. Cooley's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward L. Cooley

Where is Edward L. Cooley's law office located?
Edward L. Cooley's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Cooley Iuliano Robey, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward L. Cooley handle?
Edward L. Cooley focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Edward L. Cooley practiced law?
Edward L. Cooley has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Edward L. Cooley go to law school?
Edward L. Cooley earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.S. University, 1976).
How can I contact Edward L. Cooley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Edward L. Cooley received?
Edward L. Cooley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1981
A.S. University
Prestonsburg Community College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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