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Cooper, Smith and Smith PLLC Pro

4.8
1702 reviews

26 Four Pines Rd, Albers, IN 98562, U.S.A.

Affirmative Action, Patent Litigation, Zoning Law and 2 more

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About Cooper, Smith and Smith PLLC

Experience That Counts. Conveniently located in North Central New Jersey.
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Cooper, Smith and Smith PLLC got this award in 2021

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Cooper, Smith and Smith PLLC got this award in 2021

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August 23, 2021
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Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
January 11, 2019
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

Good lawyer

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 02, 2019
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

great lawyer!!!! very helpful

Gay and Lesbian Rights
Posted by Julio
March 11, 2026
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

She helped me a lot with my legal case, I fully recommend her. we won my legal case and also was to fast and easy. thank you for your time and enthusiasm. don't think and hire Caroline Cooper, she will make your problem easy

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
February 04, 2026
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

Caroline cooper is a grear lawyer, she won my legal case and also helped me with the whole process about how to deal with the problem, thank you for all the supper and I would like to recommend her services

Bankruptcy Chapter 13
Posted by anonymous
November 25, 2025
Hired Law Firm

Writing this review just reminds me of how great an experience this was. I would be happy to recommend this firm to anyone and if I ever needed an attorney again, this would absolutely be my first phone call.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
November 19, 2025
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

Working with Caroline Cooper was an incredible experience from start to finish. She was thorough, confident, and truly cared about my case. Her attention to detail and strong communication made me feel supported every step of the way. Thanks to her expertise and dedication, we won our legal case. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney — highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy lawyer.

 
Malicious Prosecution
Posted by Gerald
November 17, 2025
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

Caroline approaches every case with a clear focus on results and communication. Clients consistently mention how she takes the time to explain each step of the process, ensures they feel informed, and makes even complex legal situations easier to understand. Her calm and confident presence provides reassurance during stressful times — a quality that sets her apart as both a sharp attorney and a trusted advocate.

 
Pardons
Posted by Tracy
November 06, 2025
Hired Law Firm

They were nice. They seemed nice. I thought they were nice. We're all fine here, how are you? Boring conversation anyway? My operator number? Why would you ask. This is a boring review anyway. Blast it!

Pardons
Posted by anonymous
November 04, 2025
Hired Attorney Caroline Cooper

Working with Caroline Cooper was an incredible experience from start to finish. She was thorough, confident, and truly cared about my case. Her attention to detail and strong communication made me feel supported every step of the way. Thanks to her expertise and dedication, we won our legal case. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney — highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy lawyer.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Affirmative Action
  • Intellectual Property 1
    • Patent Litigation
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use 1
    • Zoning Law
  • Black Lung
  • Litigation 1
    • PPH Litigation

Office Details

  • Languages

    Italian
    Spanish
    French.

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1988

    Former/Historical Names

    (Formerly Smith & Stieler). / Smith & Smith, 1981-1988; Smith & Stieler, 1988-1998

  • Partnership & Affiliations
    Partnerships

    A Partnership including a Professional Corporation

  • State Bar Summary

    All firm Members are members of the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property.

    All firm Members are members of the Greater New York Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property.

  • Representative Clients

    REPRESENTATIVE CLIENTS: Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Co.; Transus, Inc.; Knox-Tenn Rental; U-Haul International Inc.; Colonial Insurance Company; E & O Professionals; Sentry Claims Service; Scottsdale Insurance Co.; Gallagher Bassett Services; Alexis; Racetrac Petroleum; John Deere Transportation; Adams Masonry, Inc.; The St. Paul; Johnson & Johnson; State Auto.

  • Pro Bono Services

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