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Lawyer Ed Kopko, Ithaca

Edward E. Kopko, Esq.

Edward Kopko is the firm’s senior partner and lead trial attorney. 

Mr. Kopko is a respected high-stakes trial attorney, having successfully tried more than 500 cases in his distinguished career. He frequently represents clients in notable civil, criminal and commercial litigation, zealously advancing their interests and often recovering substantial money damages. 

Mr. Kopko began his career as a prosecutor in Pennsylvania, where he prevailed in an extraordinary arson-murder jury trial. After moving into private practice, his unmatched string of successful verdicts grew, as did his reputation as a savvy courtroom tactician and a go-to advocate for high-profile clients dealing with situations. Known as a fierce litigator, he has zealously represented athletes, politicians, actors, executives, musicians, judges, law enforcement officers.  

Outside of the courtroom, Mr. Kopko deftly defends his clients in the court of public opinion and is equally adept at keeping clients away from the media’s spotlight. The matters he works on frequently capture the public’s attention. 

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