Taylor “Joe” Cooper

Taylor “Joe” Cooper is an Alcoa, Tennessee attorney whose practice includes criminal defense, personal injury, wills and estates, and business formations. He founded Alcoa Law Firm, PLLC and describes his work as that of a hometown lawyer serving clients with a range of legal needs. His criminal practice is a central part of his current work, and he also handles matters involving estate planning, business organization, and civil claims. He is eligible to practice in Tennessee state courts.

Cooper earned an undergraduate degree in German with a concentration in Language and Literature from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He later attended Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center and earned his law degree. During law school, he was recognized as a top oral advocate, served on the Louisiana Law Review, and led the Moot Court Board as president. His education developed research, writing, oral advocacy, and leadership skills that support his litigation-focused practice.

Cooper’s legal work spans criminal defense, personal injury, wills and estates, and business formations. His law school experience included the Louisiana Law Review, Moot Court Board leadership, and participation in Phi Alpha Delta and other student organizations. These activities required legal research, written analysis, oral argument, and organizational responsibility. In practice, he applies those skills to client matters ranging from criminal charges to planning and business questions, offering representation across several areas of Tennessee law.

Taylor “Joe” Cooper has been licensed in Tennessee since 2018 and maintains his practice in his hometown of Alcoa. His background combines Tennessee roots with legal training at LSU and advocacy experience developed through law review and moot court activities. He represents clients in criminal defense and other matters where preparation, communication, and courtroom readiness are important. His practice also gives individuals and local businesses access to counsel for injury claims, estates, and business formation needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Alcoa Law Firm, PLLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Tennessee at Knoxville
  German degree, with a concentration in Language and Literature

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