Atty. Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.

Atty. Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.

Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, administrative law, governmental law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Nashville Nashville 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (615) 562-1282

Profile Summary

About Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. at a glance

Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. is a business, litigation, and government attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Tennessee Attorney General. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1984) and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1983) and Princeton University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, administrative law, governmental law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Tennessee Attorney General in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.

Where is Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.'s law office located?
Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.'s law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Tennessee Attorney General. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. handle?
Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. focuses on business, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. practiced law?
Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. go to law school?
Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr. received?
Robert Elbert Cooper, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1983
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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