Atty. Peter B Cooper

Atty. Peter B Cooper

Peter B Cooper is a lawyer practicing environmental law, trust planning, planning and zoning and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 62 years.

New Haven New Haven 62 Years Experience 62 year
Call (475) 338-9985

Profile Summary

About Peter B Cooper at a glance

Peter B Cooper is a Member based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Cooper, Whitney, Cochran & Francois. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1964). Educated at Yale University LL.B. (—) and Yale University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter B Cooper is a lawyer practicing environmental law, trust planning, planning and zoning and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Peter practices at Cooper, Whitney, Cochran & Francois in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Peter B Cooper's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Peter B Cooper is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Connecticut →

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.

Peter B Cooper is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Land Use & Zoning

Peter B Cooper is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Connecticut →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Peter B Cooper is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter B Cooper

Where is Peter B Cooper's law office located?
Peter B Cooper's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Cooper, Whitney, Cochran & Francois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter B Cooper handle?
Peter B Cooper focuses on trusts, estate planning, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Peter B Cooper practiced law?
Peter B Cooper has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Peter B Cooper go to law school?
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How can I contact Peter B Cooper for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter B Cooper received?
Peter B Cooper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Yale University LL.B.
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Yale University B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1964

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