Atty. Michael Wayne Cooper

Atty. Michael Wayne Cooper

Michael Wayne Cooper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Paradise Paradise 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (530) 812-9714

Profile Summary

About Michael Wayne Cooper at a glance

Michael Wayne Cooper is a wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Paradise, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1978) and Stanford University (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in Paradise, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Wayne Cooper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Michael practices in Paradise, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Wayne Cooper's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Michael Wayne Cooper is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

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Probate

Michael Wayne Cooper is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Wayne Cooper is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

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 Paradise 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 venue, 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 Michael Wayne Cooper

Where is Michael Wayne Cooper's law office located?
Michael Wayne Cooper's law practice is located in Paradise, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Wayne Cooper handle?
Michael Wayne Cooper focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Wayne Cooper practiced law?
Michael Wayne Cooper has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Michael Wayne Cooper go to law school?
Michael Wayne Cooper earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Michael Wayne Cooper for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Wayne Cooper 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.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis
- 1978
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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