Nicholas O. "Nick" Cooper
About Nicholas O. Cooper
Nicholas O. Cooper is a lawyer based in Des Moines, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Nicholas O. Cooper is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Whitfield & Eddy PLC
Education: Drake University, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Des Moines, IA
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