Brooks F Cooper's Reviews

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Posted by Alicyn Pickle | October 27, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

Acknowledging the Exceptional Efforts of the Opposing Team

Grateful for the Clarity and Dedication Despite the Loss, I want to express my gratitude to Brooks Cooper, who, despite being on the opposing side regarding my revocation of a disclaimer, demonstrated exceptional professionalism and empathy. During a challenging mental health crisis, I felt isolated ...and overwhelmed, but Brooks took the time to explain the legal process to me in a way that was clear.

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Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

For an initial consultation re. my legal issues

I consulted this attorney re. legal issues that I had condensed and detailed in a typed "write-up." It listed my specific questions and it was send to him prior to our phone consultation. Initiating this call, he immediately declined to represent me and must have come to that conclusion prior to ou...r consultation. He did not even focus on my questions/legal issues, but kept repeating over & over that I was "too late" with addressing them to the court/the party in question and that "too much time" had passed. (Later I learned that the max. time allowed is 9 years and that this was within my time-frame). Asking him if he was willing to first just "write a letter" before any "legal action" he said that it would cost me thousands of dollars, never saying or allowing me to ask WHY; he was very eager to get-off the phone with me. Our interaction lasted ca. 17 min. and it left me totally flabbergasted how superficial and perfunctory my legal issues/concerns were dealt with. In his email following our consultation, he repeated again (twice) the "time factor" and admitted that he had not looked/read my "write-up." I responded saying that if this is what "Free Legal Consultations" are like, I would have been happy to PAY for one, in which all my questions would have been addressed with legal expertise. Yet, I was never given that option. Also, this would not have implied that he represents me, since I consider that his choice...just as I consider it mine, whether or not I want to hire him.

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Replied last July 18, 2019

I'm sorry you were disappointed. Based on my experience I thought it was highly unlikely that I could help you and I was unwilling to charge you money to delve deeper when my experience leads me to think the money spent on me would not have produced a benefit for you. I do not like those situations because I firmly believe that we, as lawyers, need to first and foremost ensure that we make the client's life better. Merely paying a lawyer fees without getting a result does the opposite of that.

Posted by Karyn | March 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Brooks Cooper

Brooks Cooper represented me in a 2-day trial in September of 2017 in what proved to be a very difficult and emotionally trying case. I was extremely well represented by him. Brooks is very sharp, thorough, incredibly well organized and prepared, a great communicator, and brilliant in court.

Posted by Natalie | October 14, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

Wonderful

Mr. Cooper was great. He was very honest and upfront with the risks and cost of going to court. He seemed very ethical in not wanting to incur a financial burden for me with a less than desirable chance of winning our case. He did not rush the conversation. He was patient and let me ask questions.

Posted by Dave. | September 24, 2014

I have top Oregon Attorney friends. Brooks was referred by them. No fear.

We had a family battle over my mothers estate. I was the executor. Disgruntled siblings who mom didn't trust, took us to trial. They hired an attorney who was on the Oregon bar who wrote Oregon law,and was supposed to be "the Best". Brooks didn't take the bait when the opposing attorney hurled, what... I would consider insults and lies. The truth won. Brooks calmly fought the true issues and he treated the judge with respect by not repeating the obvious flaws in the case to him. It was a critical win. Forever indebted to Brooks, Dave Grigg.

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Brooks F Cooper's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Lucas

Probate lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brooks knows more about probate than any other lawyer in Oregon. He is the go-to guy for hundreds of other attorneys, and literally wrote the book that lawyers refer to in his area of practice."

Ryan Collier

Probate lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brooks is a great advocate for his clients. I find his work thorough, his advice sound, and his treatment of clients thoughtful and responsive. I endorse him without reservation. I frequently refer clients to his care."

Wendell Belknap

Probate lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am an Oregon City attorney handling many probate cases. Occasionally, these cases involve complex probate litigation. When that need arises, I always turn to Brooks Cooper as litigation counsel. He makes himself available to meet with me and my client in order to evaluate the merits of the case. At that meeting, he provides a straightforward evaluation of his assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the case. He will not take the case if he does not believe he can produce results. He has associated with me and handled the complex litigation portion of many cases, with proven results every time. I recommend him without reservation. Wendell L. Belknap, Attorney at Law."

Erin Levine

Probate lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brooks is my "go-to guy" whenever I have any questions about probate or estate administration. His experience is a huge help for newer attorneys, but his humanity and compassion is an asset to the community in times of need. I cannot recommend him or his legal mind enough. If I need an attorney to assist with a family probate or estate issue, I would trust him with my own."

Jeffrey Merrick

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brooks Cooper is a smart lawyer and very well-regarded among other attorneys in the Portland area. I recommend him without reservation."

Jennifer Betts

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brooks is an intelligent, well-regarded attorney. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."

Conrad Yunker

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brooks is a lawyer's lawyer. He has the practical knowledge, judgment, and skills that make him a fine litigator -- as well as counselor, inside the court room and out. He assisted me in a defense against the Oregon attorney general's overreach in an ill-founded consumer case, and his contribution was immeasurable. In a courtroom battle, he's who you want in the foxhole with you."

Joanne Reisman

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brooks is very well regarded in the Portland Legal Community for his excellent skills relating to wills and probate litigation and is overall and excellent lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

Shelley Russell

Probate lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brooks Cooper for nearly 20 years, having attended law school and served on various professional committees and organizations with him. He is extremely intelligent, very principled, and is a zealous advocate for his clients and causes. His dedication to the practice of law is admirable, and his sense of humor is delightful. I have no hesitation referring clients to him, and I often seek his advice when matters in his area of expertise arise in my practice."

Thomas Creasing

Probate lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Brooks is an attorney who will, in my experience, do whatever it takes (while remaining ethical, obviously) to get the job done for a client. Aggressive, but not pushy. Skilled, but not overbearing. He works things out when he can, but is also willing to spend the time and energy to win at trial if necessary. All while maintaining a professional attitude that makes him reasonable opposing counsel to work against."