David Cooper

David Cooper is a highly experienced trial attorney practicing in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. With over 30 years of legal experience, Mr. Cooper has built a strong record representing clients in criminal defense, personal injury, civil rights, and family law. He has handled thousands of cases throughout his career, including more than 15 murder trials and approximately 2,000 drug-related cases, making him one of the most seasoned litigators in the region.

Mr. Cooper holds a J.D. from Boston College Law School, a respected institution known for producing skilled legal professionals.

Throughout his career, Mr. Cooper has taken on complex and high-stakes cases. One of his most notable successes involved overturning a wrongful conviction where the client had been sentenced to five life terms plus 20 years. Through retrial representation, he secured a dismissal of all charges. In another major case, he negotiated a deal in a Texas murder case that reduced the client’s sentence from five years to only 18 months. In civil litigation, he achieved a $6 million structured settlement in a medical malpractice case.

In addition to criminal and injury cases, David Cooper represents clients in divorce, custody, and domestic violence matters. He is known for his courtroom skills, high trial win rate, and responsive service, typically returning calls within one day. His staff is described as courteous and attentive, reinforcing the firm’s client-centered approach. Licensed in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Mr. Cooper’s clients value his depth of experience, strategic legal thinking, and ability to deliver results in both criminal and civil courtrooms.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, David Cooper and Co Law Firm

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• Rhode Island

Education

• Boston College Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)

Awards & Badges