Atty. James Pernell Cooper III

Atty. James Pernell Cooper III

James Pernell Cooper III is a lawyer practicing municipal litigation, employment litigation, criminal defense. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Pernell Cooper III at a glance

James Pernell Cooper III is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at James P Cooper Iii P C. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1987), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Pernell Cooper III is a lawyer practicing municipal litigation, employment litigation, criminal defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at James P. Cooper III, P.C. in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Pernell Cooper III's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Pernell Cooper III

Where is James Pernell Cooper III's law office located?
James Pernell Cooper III's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is James P Cooper Iii P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Pernell Cooper III handle?
James Pernell Cooper III focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Pernell Cooper III practiced law?
James Pernell Cooper III has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Pernell Cooper III go to law school?
James Pernell Cooper III earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact James Pernell Cooper III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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