Atty. Susan Joan Cooley

Atty. Susan Joan Cooley

Susan Joan Cooley is a lawyer practicing probate, trust, conservatorship and 5 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Encino Encino 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Joan Cooley at a glance

Susan Joan Cooley is a Partner based in Encino, California, practicing at Oldman Cooley Sallus Birnberg Coleman And Gold Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Political, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Susan Joan Cooley is a lawyer practicing probate, trust, conservatorship and 5 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Susan practices at Oldman, Cooley, Sallus, Birnberg, Coleman & Gold, LLP in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Joan Cooley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Joan Cooley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Susan Joan Cooley is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

Susan Joan Cooley is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Susan Joan Cooley is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

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.

Susan Joan Cooley is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Power of Attorney

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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 Encino 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 andnue, 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 Susan Joan Cooley

Where is Susan Joan Cooley's law office located?
Susan Joan Cooley's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Oldman Cooley Sallus Birnberg Coleman And Gold Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Joan Cooley handle?
Susan Joan Cooley focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Susan Joan Cooley practiced law?
Susan Joan Cooley has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Susan Joan Cooley go to law school?
Susan Joan Cooley earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Political, 1974).
How can I contact Susan Joan Cooley for a consultation?
You can contact Susan Joan Cooley 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 Susan Joan Cooley received?
Susan Joan Cooley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1979
B.A. Political
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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