Atty. Lewis Cooper Sutherland

Atty. Lewis Cooper Sutherland

Mr. Lewis Cooper Sutherland is a lawyer practicing environmental law, class actions, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Lewis Cooper Sutherland at a glance

Lewis Cooper Sutherland is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1994). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1993) and Rice University (B.S.Ch.E., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Lewis Cooper Sutherland is a lawyer practicing environmental law, class actions, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law
  • Lewis received a degree from Rice University in 1981, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Lewis practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Lewis Cooper Sutherland's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Product Liability

Lewis Cooper Sutherland is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lewis Cooper Sutherland

Where is Lewis Cooper Sutherland's law office located?
Lewis Cooper Sutherland's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lewis Cooper Sutherland handle?
Lewis Cooper Sutherland focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Lewis Cooper Sutherland practiced law?
Lewis Cooper Sutherland has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Lewis Cooper Sutherland go to law school?
Lewis Cooper Sutherland earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.Ch.E., 1981).
How can I contact Lewis Cooper Sutherland for a consultation?
You can contact Lewis Cooper Sutherland directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Lewis Cooper Sutherland received?
Lewis Cooper Sutherland's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1993
B.S.Ch.E.
Rice University
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1994

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