About

– How I Got Here –

Prior to attending law school, I worked for several years at the very well-known and well-respected Reno law firm of Erickson, Thorpe, & Swainston, Ltd. This inspired me to become a lawyer, and that is exactly what I did. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Gonzaga University School of Law. While there, I received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Legal Research and Writing IV, served as Associate Editor of the Gonzaga Law Review, and interned for Honorable Deborah R. Hayes of the Spokane County District Court.

After law school, I was afforded the opportunity to return to Erickson, Thorpe & Swainston, Ltd. — this time as a civil litigation attorney practicing primarily in the areas of insurance defense, personal injury, and employment law. While I knew I loved and was good at litigating, I did not find my niche in civil litigation because it did not fulfill my passion to help people and make a difference in their lives. I then took the leap into family law and never looked back. I exclusively practiced family law as an Associate Attorney at Marilyn D. York, Inc. for several years before venturing out to start my own family law practice.

Other than attending law school in Spokane, Washington, I have spent my entire life in Reno, Nevada. I am a Reed High School graduate, and recipient of the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship. I graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology (with a minor in drug and alcohol addiction counseling and prevention services) and a Master’s Degree in Justice Management.

– Services –

Divorce, Asset Division, and Alimony:

Divorce is an incredibly stressful and personal experience. With it comes tricky situations like asset division and alimony.

Voted into the Nevada Business Legal Elite as one of the Silver State’s Top Attorneys two years running, Brittany Cooper can help you navigate legal proceedings and provide the thoughtful representation you deserve. Brittany can help mediate difficult issues and resolve tension that parties often experience during the divorce process.

Child Custody and Child Support:

Brittany Cooper is a child support lawyer who makes sure to put children’s interests above all else, and ensures a safe and nurturing environment where they can express concerns and ask questions about their unique situation. She's one of the best family law attorneys in Reno NV to handle the toughest issues of divorce and separation.

Legal Separation Agreements:

In Nevada, legal separation is a separate process than a litigated divorce, as couples can be apart and still legally married. This is a great way for couples to potentially work through challenges while still partaking in marital benefits on insurance and taxes. Legal Separation Agreements can be dissolved at any time, too.

Prenuptial / Premarital Agreements:

Prenuptial Agreements, known formerly as Premarital Agreements in Nevada, list out each individual’s assets and debts prior to marriage. It defines how each party can use its property should the marriage end. It also minimizes arguments over property in the event the marriage dissolves.

Preparing a Premarital Agreement can be awkward to approach. Brittany Cooper is the premier family law attorney in Reno NV that will help lay out the facts and address any discomfort in order to form a strong, legally-binding document that both parties respectfully agree upon.

Post-nuptial Agreements:

This agreement is often overlooked when compared to prenuptial / premarital agreements. It’s important to note that post-nuptial agreements handle a few of the same issues, but are not always enforceable in some states.

As a Reno native, Brittany is well-versed in the specific laws to the Silver State and can help you find the right agreement between you and your spouse.

Temporary and Extended Protection Orders:

Ensuring the safety of your family and loved ones is Brittany’s highest priority. When marriages and other domestic relationships dissolve, emotions can escalate to a level where one party feels unsafe around the other. Brittany can assist with the legal proceedings to protect you and your children as one of the best protective order lawyers Reno, NV has to offer.

Office: (775) 433-1213 | Fax: (775) 313-0840
brittany@brittanycooperlaw.com

1855 Plumas Street, Suite 1 Reno, NV 89509

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