Energy Law
Dean L. Cooper
Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Dean Cooper gas a general administrative and civil practice with emphasis on public utility law. He has appeared extensively before the Missouri Public Service Commission on behalf of public utilities (electric, natural gas, water, and sewer). He has also appeared before both state and federal courts (trial and appellate level) and many administrative bodies. Dean is a member of the Energy Bar Association and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America in the field of Energy Law since 2008. He previously was a Judge Advocate with the United States Army.
Overview
- Westminster College (Fulton), BA, graduated 1986
- Missouri, The Missouri Bar
- Missouri, The Missouri Bar
- Westminster College (Fulton), BA, graduated 1986
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Energy Law, Columbia, MO (2021)
- Energy Law, Columbia, MO (2017)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Energy Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Water Law
Special Focus:
- Administrative
- Electricity
- Oil and Gas
- Public Utility
- Regulatory
- Water
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