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Christian Norton Cooper
also known as Christian Cooper
About Christian
Biography
Christian Cooper graduated with honors from the University of Southern California in 1998 with a degree in Spanish and international relations. Prior to attending Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, he produced and edited on-air features and the websites for two nationally syndicated public radio shows, was involved in the launch of (now the top-rated Spanish-language website in the country) and was a writer and editor for the Recording Academy, which produces the Grammy Awards and Latin Grammys.
Christian was the president of Loyola’s gay/straight alliance and competed in the first-ever National Sexual Orientation Moot Court Competition at UCLA. While at Loyola, he clerked at the HIV & AIDS Legal Services Alliance, Lambda Legal, the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office and the United States Attorney’s Office.
After graduating from Loyola, he accepted a research fellowship at the Williams Institute, a think tank on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy at the UCLA School of Law. While there, he conducted a multilingual study of HIV discrimination in dental care in Los Angeles County and compiled data from throughout the country on employment discrimination based on sexual orientation.
After completing his fellowship at the Williams Institute, he moved to San Francisco, where he quickly involved himself in San Francisco politics by serving as treasurer for a candidate for the Board of Supervisors. Christian practiced law with one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the city, appearing in courts throughout the Bay Area.
In 2010, responding to the economic meltdown, Christian switched his focus to working with homeowners facing foreclosure, and others impacted by the economic collapse. He currently practices bankruptcy law, working with debtors to get a fresh start in their finances, and, where possible, help homeowners behind on their mortgages work out being able to stay in their homes.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
50%
16 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
16 years
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
25%
16 years
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Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Christian Cooper
5247 E. The Toledo, Suite A, Long Beach, CA, 90803-1888
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Philip | June 14, 2013 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Highly recommended professional
Amazing! Christian went above and beyond what my expectations were in all aspects of my Ch.7 filing. Complete and professionally done through the entire process. Thank you! Philip
Posted by daniel | July 16, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly recommend
From the consultation to the discharge Mr Cooper was very honest and up front. Even on the initial call, he didnt hesitate to spend time with me on the phone and discuss my needs and point me in the right direction. I felt that his fee was completely reasonable and fully earned! Thank you Christian...
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Chapter 7 BK
Christian Cooper is a breath of fresh air. The most honest, integris lawyer I have met! And I have dealt with quite a few! First of all he is very Thorough from the beginning and makes sure you understand everything before he takes any steps. He does exactly what he says he will do and goes beyond th...
Christian Norton Cooper's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Christian really knows how to take care of his clients and make them feel comfortable during trying times. I have known Christian since law school and feel comfortable recommending him to anyone considering chapter 7 bankruptcy."
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"Christian is a skilled and professional Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy attorney. Bankruptcy does not need to be scary, yet most people find it to be a grueling and tiring emotional journey. It is best to find an attorney who appreciates this feeling and can remain patient and helpful as the debtor makes the transaction into a debt free lifestyle. I have worked with Christian personally and I know Christian has spent thousands of hours working with low-income debtors and others who are truly struggling emotionally with the difficulties of weeding through their financial underpinnings. He answers his client's phone calls promptly and will never pass you off to a paralegal or clerk. People looking for an attorney can trust that Christian will manage their affairs in a competent and professional manner."
"I have known Christian for a couple of years now and I have found him to be a very capable and empathetic attorney. I would not hesitate to refer my friends, family and clients to him for bankruptcy issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christian oversees and supervises my volunteer work at Public Counsel, among other great work that he does at Public Counsel. We assist indigent debtors in filling out bankruptcy forms and in advising them regarding same. Christian is friendly, knowledgeable and gains instant respect from both the attorneys and the Debtors due to his informed responses, his friendly demeanor and expertise. He is a pleasure to work with and I always look forward to my volunteer work with him."
"Christian is smart and detail-oriented. He has demonstrated a commitment to assisting individuals in need of financial help."
"Mr. Cooper is an excellent attorney whom I hold in high regard. He is professional, courteous, and goes the extra mile to help his clients achieve their goals."
"Mr. Cooper and I were peers in law school. We worked together on numerous projects. I owe much of my success in law school to his contribution to those projects and his assistance while studying for exams. His work ethic is unmatched, and his writing skills are impeccable."
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Experience
Honors
1998
Order of Troy, University of Southern California
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Staff Attorney, Public Counsel
2008 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Christian Cooper
2007 - 2008
Research Fellow, The Williams Institute
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Los Angeles County Public Defender
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Lambda Legal
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, HIV & AIDS Legal Services Alliance
2001 - 2004
Publications Coordinator, The Recording Academy
2000 - 2001
Producer, Univision Online
1998 - 2000
New Media Editor, Marketplace Productions
1996 - 1996
Intern, The White House, Office of the Press Secretary
Associations
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2010 - Present
Long Beach Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Lesbian and Gay Lawyers Association of Los AngelesMember
2002 - Present
MensaMember
2008 - 2010
Bar Association of San FranciscoMember
2008 - 2010
Bay Area Lawyers for Individual FreedomMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re R.L.S. and M.D.S.
Chapter 13 plan confirmed, lien successfully avoided and second mortgage was converted from a secured to an unsecured debt, to be paid off at 23% along with other unsecured debts.
Education
2007
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Southern California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Pro Se Clinic
Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Publications
2012
Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review
HIV Discrimination in Dental Care: Results of a Testing Study in Los Angeles County
2011
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can i sue my nieces parents for not paying her student loan that i am the cosigner on. which they agreed to do if she could not.
18 Jul 2012
Q&A
What is bankruptcy authorization letter ?
19 Dec 2011