His practice focuses on economic development incentive package structuring and negotiation. Cooper has represented domestic and international companies in several of the most significant economic development projects in the South; including all phases of the site selection process, labor analysis, cost-benefit and incentive negotiation, and project implementation. He also assists clients with incentive compliance, real estate acquisitions, and the myriad of issues that arise in expanding or establishing a new facility. Prior to attending law school, Cooper worked as a Series 7 registered Investment Analyst for Johnson Sterling Paul Securities, Inc. He earned his J.D. from Cumberland School of Law and his B.S. from Auburn University.