Tax law is at the core of Cooper | Tierney’s practice. With former DOJ and IRS trial attorneys on our team, we bring deep experience in navigating the complexities of the tax code and administrative processes. We represent clients in disputes with the IRS, SCDOR, and other revenue agencies, focusing first on efficient resolution through the administrative process. When litigation is necessary, our attorneys have extensive experience and a proven track record in U.S. Tax Court and Federal District Court. Beyond controversy work, we regularly advise clients on taking tax positions and compliance, helping them manage tax exposures, risk, and meet reporting obligations with confidence.

The litigation team at Cooper | Tierney handles a broad spectrum of commercial disputes. We represent clients in matters involving contract claims, real estate conflicts, business torts, partnership and shareholder issues, breaches of fiduciary duty, and accounting irregularities. With trial attorneys licensed in state and federal courts in South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and the District of Columbia, we are equipped to provide a tailored approach to ensure your litigation needs are met. We pride ourselves on being well-versed both in and out of the courtroom and focus on developing practical, cost-effective strategies—whether through negotiation, creative solutions, or aggressive litigation. Our team is always focused on achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

Cooper | Tierney advises clients on the full spectrum of corporate law matters and business transactions. Our team routinely handles contract drafting and interpretation, entity formation, entity governance agreements, capital raises, and the purchase and sale of businesses. Leveraging our deep tax expertise, we help clients navigate the various considerations that often arise in commercial transactions. From structuring deals to preparing the necessary documentation, we provide practical, tailored counsel to help businesses achieve their goals with confidence.

At Cooper | Tierney, we provide comprehensive counsel for all real estate matters, whether you are purchasing, selling, or leasing real property. Our team represents buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and investors in both commercial and residential transactions. We routinely draft purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, easements, horizontal property regimes, and advise on Section 1031 exchanges. From the start of negotiations to the closing table, Cooper | Tierney works closely with all parties involved to ensure your real estate matters are managed smoothly and efficiently.

The attorneys at Cooper | Tierney represent beneficiaries, trustees, and personal representatives in a variety of probate administration, probate litigation, and other estate matters. Probate and estate matters are often complex and emotionally charged, especially when trusts, wills, and other testamentary documents involve parties with competing interests. Our attorneys can provide efficient, detail-oriented, and compassionate advice to our clients to ensure that testamentary matters are carried out in accordance with the law and the wishes of the settlor or deceased.