Patrick J. Cooper

Patrick J. Cooper, an established family law lawyer serving clients throughout the state, is the founding partner of Cooper Family Law, LLC, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With nearly two decades of experience, he handles cases involving property division, child custody and support, complex divorce and adoption cases. Dedicated to ensuring a stable future for his clients, he offers advocacy that is grounded in extensive knowledge and reliability.

A committed family law professional, Mr. Cooper helps couples navigate divorce through cooperative, solution-oriented mediation instead of confrontational litigation. Concentrating on high net worth divorce cases, he skillfully manages complex financial assets, including corporate businesses, multiple real estate properties and intricate investment portfolios. Beyond divorce mediation, he provides comprehensive legal counsel in estate planning to protect his clients' long-term assets and valuable legacies. 

By integrating a composed demeanor with astute legal tactics, Mr. Cooper adeptly navigates clients through some of life's most challenging transitions, ensuring the protection of their family wealth at every step. He demonstrates a profound understanding of emotional complexities while taking decisive actions, which allows him to achieve favorable resolutions in difficult disputes. His experience extends to sensitive LGBTQ+ family law matters, where he consistently advocates for his clients' best interests with compassion and skill.

Mr. Cooper received his Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2009 and in the same year, he was admitted to practice in Pennsylvania. An active contributor to the legal community, he served on the executive board of the Family Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association. Currently, he serves on the association’s Support/Divorce Committee as Co-Chair, where he works towards enhancing family law procedures to meet current needs.