J. Gordon "Gordon" Cooney, Jr.
About J. Gordon Cooney, Jr.
J. Gordon Cooney, Jr. is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. J. Gordon Cooney, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Education: Villanova University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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