Jonathan “Jono” Cooper, Estate Planning Attorney in Austin, Texas
4 years of legal practice
AssociateatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Austin, TX
Practicing estate planning in Austin since 2022.
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Jonathan “Jono” Cooper is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning. Jonathan has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Austin, TX
- Experience
- 4 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning
- Handles Estate Planning matters from Austin, TX.
- 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jonathan “Jono” Cooper: Jonathan “Jono” Cooper is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning. Jonathan has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jonathan “Jono” Cooper
Jonathan concentrates on estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jonathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning cases in Austin, Texas
Jonathan takes estate planning matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jonathan “Jono” Cooper — 4 years of Texas estate planning experience
Jonathan “Jono” Cooper is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning. Jonathan has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Jonathan “Jono” Cooper focuses his practice primarily on estate and tax planning for individuals and families in Texas. Jono works closely with clients and their advisors to create plans to pursue their goals while analyzing potential conflicts and minimizing gift, estate and income taxes. Jono also represents corporate and individual fiduciaries in connection with the administration of estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with Texas and Federal law. Jono in his practice also represents corporate and individual fiduciaries in disputes in matters involving breach of fiduciary duty, contested estate and trust proceedings, and guardianship matters.
Jono’s practice encompasses a wide range of services, including estate, gift, and charitable planning and tax planning. He helps to prepare wills, documents addressing incapacity, revocable and irrevocable trusts, estate and gift tax returns, revocable and irrevocable trusts, estate and gift tax returns, and accountings for administrators. Jono also represents fiduciaries guiding them through litigation, addressing and developing strategies, and addressing matters through pre-suit risk management, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution when possible.
Jono is actively involved in the community, particularly in the rugby community. He has served on the board of the Texas Rugby Referee Association, helping manage and run matches in Texas from middle school all the way to Major League Rugby. He is also a member of various organizations in the Austin area, including the Austin Young Lawyer’s Association, the Knights of Columbus, and the Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Austin Bar.
Concentrations
• Multigenerational wealth transfer planning
• Trust and estate administration
• International estate planning
• Fiduciary litigation
• Contested wills and administrations
Experience
Internships
• Intern, Hon. Christine Nowak, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, 2020
Recognition & Leadership
Professional & Community Involvement
• Major Leage Rugby, 2023-Present
o Assistant Referee, 2023-Present
o Citing Commissioner, 2023-Present
• Referee, USA Rugby, 2017-Present
• Citing Commissioner, World Rugby, 2023-Present
• Texas Rugby Referee Association
o Referee, 2016-Present
o Board Member, Regional Representative, Southern Region, 2024-Present
• Mentor, Baylor Law School Transactional Program, 2022-Present
• Member, Austin Young Lawyers Association, 2024-Present
• Member, Austin Bar Association, 2024-Present
• Member, Real Estate, Probate & Trust Law, Section of the State Bar of Texas, 2022-Present
• Member, Knights of Columbus, 2025-Present
Jonathan's approach to estate planning cases
Jonathan “Jono” Cooper focuses his practice primarily on estate and tax planning for individuals and families in Texas. Jono works closely with clients and their advisors to create plans to pursue their goals while analyzing potential conflicts and minimizing gift, estate and income taxes. Jono also represents corporate and individual fiduciaries in connection with the administration of estates…
Clients Jonathan works with
Jonathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Jonathan “Jono” Cooper's legal education and bar admissions
Baylor University School of Law
J.D. · 2022
Baylor University
B.A. · 2019
Jurisdictions
Jonathan's state bar admissions
Texas
2022 · ACTIVE
Jonathan studied at J.D. in Baylor University School of Law and B.A. in Baylor University.
Law school and academic background
Jonathan completed J.D. in Baylor University School of Law and B.A. in Baylor University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jonathan runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jonathan “Jono” Cooper's office in Austin
Jonathan's primary office is at 300 West 6th Street, Suite 2050, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Jonathan “Jono” Cooper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jonathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jonathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jonathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jonathan
Jonathan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jonathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jonathan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jonathan “Jono” Cooper
How much does it cost to hire Jonathan for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jonathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jonathan offer a free consultation?
Jonathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Jonathan's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Texas typically take?
Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jonathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jonathan take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Jonathan is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jonathan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jonathan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jonathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jonathan accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Jonathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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