About
Thomas E. Cooper is a Kentucky attorney whose practice focuses on estate planning, probate, asset protection, elder law, and business matters. He advises families and individuals seeking long-term legal security and helps clients structure plans that protect assets and ensure smooth asset distribution. With decades of legal experience, he provides steady guidance in complex estate and probate proceedings while addressing related business and personal legal concerns.
Mr. Cooper earned his J.D. from the University of Louisville School of Law in 1975. He received his B.A. from Berea College in 1968. His legal education prepared him for litigation, transactional planning, and courtroom advocacy. He has also contributed to legal scholarship through published work, including an article on judgment law in The Advocate.
Admitted to practice in Kentucky and U.S. Federal Courts since 1975, Mr. Cooper has represented individuals, families, and organizations in a wide range of legal matters. His estate planning services include drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, as well as advising on guardianships and asset distribution strategies. He also assists clients with probate administration and estate litigation, ensuring that legal processes are handled efficiently and in accordance with Kentucky law.
In addition to estate-related matters, Thomas E. Cooper provides counsel in collections and business law issues. His long-standing professional involvement includes service as president of Lincoln Trail Home Health and as a paralegal instructor in real estate and domestic relations. Through careful preparation and practical advice, he works to deliver reliable legal solutions that support families and businesses throughout Kentucky.
Law Office Affiliations
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Attorney, Cooper & Cooper Law Offices, PLLC
- Member, Kentucky Bar Association
- Member, Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys (1988 -1991)
Licensed State
- Kentucky
Education
- University of Louisville School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Berea College
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges

- Contracts And Agreements
- Corporate
- Franchise, Dealership & Partnership
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Elder Law
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills And Living Wills




