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John Hughes Cooper
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John Hughes Cooper represents both plaintiffs and defendants in civil admiralty litigation, offering broad experience in admiralty and maritime law, including maritime lien foreclosures, vessel arrest actions, marine insurance claims, seaman injury and death claims, wage claims, and other civil admiralty claims in both federal and state courts. He has served as a resource for lawyers, boaters, and industry organizations through multiple lectureships, writing, and as host of the radio segment The Admiralty Docket.
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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in South Carolina for 43 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 44 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Cooper & Bilbrey, PC
1150 Queensborough Blvd., Suite 201, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464
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Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2013
John Hughes Cooper is the Real Deal!
I haven’t met all the lawyers in our country, and other than Perry Mason, We all know Perry Mason was the attorney Earl Stanley Gardner thought all lawyers should or could be, but John Hughes Cooper is the real Deal. So fortunate he took my case!
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2013
Picture of toughness and civility
John Hughes Cooper PC is uniquely competent, professional and ethical. He is both the picture of toughness and civility. His intellectual savvy has tackled the most complex legal issues for me, while at the same time, never talking over my head. He always returns my telephone calls and responds q...
John Hughes Cooper's Lawyer Endorsements
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a professional colleague, John Hughes Cooper is A+ all the way. In happy times, Mr. Cooper is the only attorney I want to stand with me and my clients, because he gives me confidence that we’re on solid legal grounds. In distressed times, Mr. Cooper is the only one I want to stand with me, because he gives me the hope that we’re on the road to success. John Hughes Cooper’s legal association on cases is always professional, ethical and competent. He demonstrates skill and experience in litigating legal cases. He delivers sound advice in all areas of the law, and makes me proud to be associated with him"
"I have worked with John Hughes and referred him cases for over 12 years and know him to be a smart, honest and hardworking attorney. He brings a high level of professionalism and skill to the cases works. I recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."
"I have know John Huges for over 15 years professionally. He has been working as admiralty and maritime lawyer for over 30 years and is motivated and determined to obtain just and fair compensation for seaman and others injured while on the water or while working on the waters and around ships."
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Experience
Honors
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1995
Award for Outstanding Service, Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS)
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Senior Attorney, John Hughes Cooper, P.C.
1987 - 1994
Senior Partner, Cooper & Raley
1984 - 1987
Senior Partner, John Hughes Cooper and Associates
1981 - 1983
Associate, Chamlee Dubus Sipple & Walter
Associations
1982 - Present
South Carolina Bar
1981 - Present
Maritime Law Association of the United StatesProctor
1981 - Present
State Bar of Georgia
Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute
Former Port Director
Sample of Legal Cases
Peter Demetre Charleston Harbor Marina Cor
Injunctive relief and attorneys' fees award to client after trial on the merits.
Olatunji v. DSV Air and Sea, Inc., et al.
Confidential settlement for client.
Dhevatara Beach Seychelles, Ltd. v. Bertram Yacht, Inc., et al
Pre-trial confidential settlement.
Singleton v. CMH Homes, Inc., et. al
Judgment against some parties for approximately $300,000.00, confidential settlement with other parties, defense verdict after jury trial with other parties, and favorable verdict for homeowner in foreclosure portion.
Langeland v. 2001 48' Recreational Vessel
Judgment against vessel and owner.
McCutcheon v. Charleston Boatworks
Judgment against boat yard after trial on the merits.
Bradford v. 2-W Diving, Inc., et al
Confidential pre-trial settlement
Huff v. P/Y MONKEY BIDNESS
Confidential settlement for client after hearing on the salvage claim.
Sterling Equipment, Inc. v. Northstar Marine Corporation
Judgment against barge owner after trial on the merits.
Yarmouth Sea Products, Ltd. v. COYOTE, her engines, etc.
100% liability against COYOTE
Education
1981
University of South Carolina
law
1971
University of South Carolina, Columbia
BS - Bachelor of Science
1968
Woodberry Forrest School
N/A
University of Exeter
Speaking Engagements
2012
Cruising Club Monthly Meeting
Admiralty and Maritime Law
2000
NAMS Annual Meeting
Admiralty and Maritime Law
1995
SAMS Conference
Admiralty and Maritime Law
N/A
University of South Carolina School of Law
Admiralty and Maritime Law
N/A
ATLA Annual Meeting
Admiralty and Maritime Law
N/A
American Association of Port Authorities
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Publications
2000
South Carolina Practice Manual - Civil Law
Admiralty Law
N/A
South Carolina Jurisprudence
South Carolina Shipping Law (Co-Author)
Languages
English