Atty. Lea Cooper
Lea Cooper is a lawyer practicing civil rights. Lea received a B.A. degree from University of Oregon in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.
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Lea Cooper is a civil rights attorney based in Hilo, Hawaii. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Idaho (Inactive) (1986) and Hawaii (2019). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 1985) and University of Oregon (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Hilo, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Lea Cooper is a lawyer practicing civil rights
- Lea received a B.A. degree from University of Oregon in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Lea practices in Hilo, HI
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Why local counsel matters in Hawaii
Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hilo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii 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 Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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