Janelle H. Cooper – Partner

(574) 243-4100

jcooper@maylorber.com

Janelle primarily defends hospitals, health systems, medical facilities, physicians, and medical staff against medical malpractice claims. She also handles general litigation. Janelle is a former deputy prosecutor and judicial law clerk. She has tried over 80 cases, including more than 20 jury trials. In her free time, Janelle enjoys volunteering at the local history museum, walking her dog, and spending time with her husband and daughters.

Practice Areas

  • Medical Malpractice
  • Insurance Defense
  • Corporate & Business
  • Litigation

Professional Affiliations

  • St. Joseph County Bar Association
  • Indiana State Bar Association

Civic Involvement 

  • Docent at The South Bend History Museum
  • Diversity Committee for the Indiana State Bar Association
  • 2025 Session Chair for Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy
  • Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy Graduate
  • Volunteer Class Parent
  • 2021 Organizing Committee of the St. Joseph County Bar Association Local Practice Seminar

Admissions

  • State of Indiana
  • State of Pennsylvania

Education

  • B.A. Allegheny College, 2006
  • J.D. Ohio Northern School of Law, 2009

Personal Snapshot

  • Married
  • Mom of Two Sweet Girls
  • Reader
  • Dog Lover

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