James E. Hooper, Jr.

Jim Hooper joined WTO at its inception and became its first elected partner in 1998.  Jim is a West Point and Michigan Law School graduate who has spent the past 20 years helping American businesses defend complex, scientifically and technically challenging lawsuits in more than 20 states.  He has tried, served as national counsel, and litigated numerous types of lawsuits, ranging from products liability to civil RICO and federal land use.  His work most often centers on high-profile, large-exposure, and expert-intensive cases involving challenges to the design, risk and safety profiles, and marketing of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, building materials, and similar products.  Jim's cases have resulted in significant and helpful judicial decisions in the areas of expert scientific evidence, product safety warnings, and medical causation.  

Jim was recently elected by his peers to serve as a member of the Pfizer Legal Alliance (PLA) Roundtable, a strategic planning and oversight group for 19 nationally reknowned law firms that provide legal services to the world's largest pharmaceutical company.  He is listed in Colorado Super Lawyers, The Legal 500 United States, International Who's Who of Life Sciences Lawyers, and Chambers USA.  His clients recently described him to Chambers USA as "very talented in the courtroom, thoughtful and creative."   

Jim leads WTO's associate evaluation and training committee, helping to develop the firm's next generation of national caliber trial lawyers.

Teaching Positions
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
    Adjunct Professor

Personal Interests
Skiing
Climbing
Backpacking
Coaching football