Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Cheyenne, WY · 39+ Years Experience
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About John A. Coppede at a Glance
John A. Coppede is a Partner based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, practicing at Coal Creek Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming (1987), Colorado (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1994). Educated at University of Wyoming (J.D., 1987) and State University of New York, Buffalo (B.A. Philosophy, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Cheyenne, WY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John A. Coppede
- Mr. John A. Coppede is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, bankruptcy, business/commercial law and 9 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from State University of New York, Buffalo in 1977, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices at Coal Creek Law in Cheyenne, WY
Practice Areas Explained
John A. Coppede's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Coppede handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cheyenne.
Contracts in Cheyenne
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Personal Injury in Cheyenne
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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Employment Law in Cheyenne
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Cheyenne
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Cheyenne
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Cheyenne
Practicing law in Wyoming. Legal matters in Wyoming are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cheyenne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wyoming state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wyoming 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 Wyoming courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cheyenne Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cheyenne-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cheyenne Choose John A. Coppede
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John A. Coppede's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John A. Coppede brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wyoming, U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming, and Colorado, John A. Coppede can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and employment, John A. Coppede can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cheyenne
A Cheyenne-based practice means John A. Coppede attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John A. Coppede Handles in Cheyenne
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