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James A. Cooper

James A. Cooper

Commercial Collections and Civil Litigation in VA & WV
  • Collections, Business Law
  • Virginia, West Virginia
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Biography

I am a Virginia and West Virginia attorney focused exclusively on commercial matters—both litigation and transactional. My practice centers on enforcing contracts, recovering commercial debts, and defending businesses in civil disputes involving breach of contract, detinue, personal guarantees, or business torts.

I represent banks, insurers, lessors, manufacturers, service providers, and closely held businesses. From pre-suit collections and settlement negotiations to obtaining judgments and post-judgment enforcement, I help clients pursue and protect their business interests in court. I regularly handle matters in General District and Circuit Courts across Virginia and West Virginia, with experience in both high-value enforcement and contested litigation.

In addition to litigation, I advise businesses on credit terms, contract structure, default remedies, promissory notes, and commercial deeds of trust. I welcome long-term consulting relationships with clients who seek consistent legal oversight of their commercial practices. My work is grounded in strategic planning, honest assessment, and results-driven advocacy.

I am not accepting new clients on pure contingency. Most clients are billed hourly or under hybrid models, such as contingency plus a suit fee, depending on the claim. I maintain a dedicated legal office with trained staff to support case management, client communications, and document handling—ensuring that matters move efficiently while I remain personally involved in all substantive legal work.

Practice Areas
Collections
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Fees
  • Free Consultation
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Virginia
Virginia State Bar
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West Virginia
West Virginia State Bar
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Virginia
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U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
JC Law, PLLC
- Current
Attorney
Shenandoah Legal Group, P.C.
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First Lieutenant
Army National Guard
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Education
Washington and Lee University School of Law
J.D. (2016) | Law
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Activities: Journal of Energy, Climate, and the Environment; Law News (Staff Writer); Federalist Society
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University of Pittsburgh - Greensburg
B.A. (2011) | Major: Criminal Justice; Minor: English Literature
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Activities: Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society, Military Appreciation Club, Ski Club
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Awards
A+
Better Business Bureau
Professional Associations
Virginia Creditors Bar Association
Member
Current
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West Virginia State Bar
Member
- Current
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Franklin County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Commercial Law League of America
Member
- Current
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Virginia State Bar
Member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Contact & Map
JC Law, PLLC
P.O. Box 889
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
US
Telephone: (540) 200-8830
Monday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 4 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed (Today)