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Cooper Ellenberg II

Cooper Ellenberg

Personal Injury Attorney Bar Admissions Alabama, Mississippi

Overview

Cooper is a seasoned personal injury attorney licensed to practice in Alabama, Mississippi, and New York. With a career that spans over a decade and multiple states, he brings a wealth of litigation experience and a deep commitment to public safety—particularly in the field of commercial transportation law.

Born in Athens, Georgia and raised in Alpharetta, Cooper spent his early post-college years working in Atlanta before earning his law degree. He graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2010 during the height of the Recession, when legal hiring was at a standstill. Instead of waiting for an opportunity, Cooper created one—launching a small practice in Tuscaloosa where he handled personal injury, criminal defense, and family law cases. After a devastating tornado in 2011, he relocated to Birmingham and began narrowing his focus to serious personal injury and trucking litigation.

Over the next several years, Cooper worked for a boutique commercial transportation litigation firm and later practiced independently, representing clients nationwide in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and consumer financial protection cases. He’s represented plaintiffs in more than 15 states and 20 federal districts, including high-stakes matters involving the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA), Truth in Lending Act (TILA), and data privacy violations.

One of Cooper’s earliest trucking cases involved representing a grieving mother whose young son was killed in a commercial vehicle crash. That experience profoundly shaped his career. As a father himself, Cooper felt a strong moral drive to pursue justice for victims and improve roadway safety for families across the country.

Outside of the courtroom, Cooper values time with his wife and children above all else—whether they’re hiking in the mountains or on the baseball field where he coaches Little League. He’s also passionate about photography, astronomy, astrophotography, and ancient history. A lifelong learner, he follows civil rights and public interest litigation closely and has contributed behind the scenes to true crime podcasts and YouTube channels.

Education

Cooper earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Clemson University and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama School of Law, where he was awarded an academic scholarship.

Memberships

  • Alabama State Bar
  • Mississippi State Bar
  • New York State Bar

Recognition

  • Secured multiple seven-figure recoveries and one eight-figure recovery in commercial trucking cases
  • Represented plaintiffs in approximately 15 states and 20 federal districts
  • Served as counsel in a putative class action in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • Frequent presenter at seminars on commercial transportation and personal injury litigation
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“After being in a car accident in September of 2021 I had no idea of the issues I would face with the other motorist insurance company. After being shocked that the other insurance company would not entertain a pain and suffering settlement I reached out for help. My neighbor, a retired police detective, recommended Wettermark Keith. I reached out and we got the ball rolling. Roper Elrod was assigned to my case and I was very pleased with his help and support. He always kept me updated on the progress and changes of my case as well as providing me with the best advice. I am very pleased with how everything was handled by Roper and the Wettermark Keith team!! Thank you for representing me in the most professional manner!!”

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“I got into a really bad wreck on Highway 280. My boyfriend convinced me to get an attorney. After calling several people, I landed with Wettermark Keith- and I am so grateful I did. Lee Hawker walked me through step by step, staying in touch with me over the whole course. The process was so easy on my end. When the case was finally resolved- we got the outcome we wanted, and I know that that was only possible due to Lee’s persistence, confidence, and experience. I am so thankful that an awful experience could have a happy ending!! Highly recommend anyone to give them a call!!!”

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With offices serving communities throughout Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, Kentucky, Georgia, Mississippi, and beyond, our firm combines deep local roots with the resources of a large, experienced legal team.

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury caused by someone else’s carelessness, don’t face the process alone. The Wettermark Keith legal team is here to guide you every step of the way. Contact our personal injury attorneys today for a free consultation—you won’t pay anything unless we win your case. With our proven track record, regional expertise, and unwavering commitment to client care, we are proud to stand as one of the leading personal injury law firms in the Southwestern United States, helping accident victims rebuild their lives with dignity and justice.

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