Robert 'Bob' Elliott Cooper dies; legendary L.A. antitrust lawyer who defended American Airlines was 85
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Bob Cooper was a renowned attorney specializing in antitrust and patent defense, famous for his successful representation of prominent companies like American Airlines and Pfizer. His career spanned the 1980s and '90s, where he became known for his effective communication that resonated with juries and judges. He achieved significant legal victories, contributing to his law firm's prominence. Cooper died at the age of 85, leaving a legacy as one of the best trial lawyers in the country and enhancing the reputation of his firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher.
Bob Cooper's legal career was characterized by his exceptional ability to communicate authentically and persuasively, which won him numerous high-stakes antitrust cases throughout the 1980s and '90s.
He successfully defended major clients like Pfizer, American Airlines, and Hewlett-Packard, which included landmark antitrust and patent cases, solidifying his reputation as a leading trial lawyer.
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