Atty. James D. Cooley

Atty. James D. Cooley

Atty. James D.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (414) 293-2095

Profile Summary

About James D. Cooley at a glance

James D. Cooley is a dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, and appellate attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1990) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1990). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison, (J.D., 1990) and University of Wisconsin-Madison, (B.S., 1987). Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. James D. Cooley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies, misdemeanors and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison, in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Cooley's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James D. Cooley

Where is James D. Cooley's law office located?
James D. Cooley's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Cooley handle?
James D. Cooley focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has James D. Cooley practiced law?
James D. Cooley has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James D. Cooley go to law school?
James D. Cooley earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact James D. Cooley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison,
- 1990
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Madison,
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990

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