Em Feder Cooper

Em Feder Cooper is an attorney at Rouda Feder Tietjen & McGuinn who focuses her practice on mass tort and wildfire litigation, including representing clients impacted by the Eaton Fire. In her role, she works closely with clients who are struggling to recover from devastating losses while also supervising the firm’s paralegal team. Her day-to-day work blends hands-on client work with internal leadership, overseeing workflows, coordinating discovery, and collaborating with experts across a range of issues, from real property damage to loss valuation.

Attorney Feder Cooper joined the firm in early 2026, drawn by its reputation for client-centered advocacy and its work on large-scale cases that allow her to make a meaningful impact, especially in the field of wildfire litigation. Her background includes two years in class action litigation, where she developed strong motion practice skills while maintaining a focus on client interaction wherever possible.

Her path to the law was shaped early by a strong sense of justice and a desire to address systemic inequities. As she often says, it was “inevitable” for her to become an attorney who fights the good fight for people in need. Before law school, she spent time advocating for progressive legislation and advancing gender justice, an experience that solidified her commitment to pursuing justice through the legal system. She completed her J.D. from NYU School of Law, where she was awarded the Kaye Writing Prize for her work on employment classification under Title VII and also served on the Moot Court Board. She received her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University, where she was recognized on the Dean’s List and held leadership roles in the National Psychology Honors Society, Student Government, and others.

Known for her empathetic, collaborative approach, Em prioritizes meeting clients where they are by listening closely, adapting to their needs, and supporting them throughout the legal process. She is especially driven by the resilience of the people she represents, many of whom have built their lives through extraordinary effort and perseverance.

Earlier in her career, Attorney Feder Cooper saw firsthand the impact legal counsel can have while working with Equal Rights Advocates, where she assisted a survivor of sexual assault in preparing for a Title IX proceeding that ultimately resulted in a favorable outcome. That experience reinforced her commitment to client advocacy and continues to inform her work today.

Outside the office, Em enjoys exploring new cities, hiking and biking, and immersing herself in the arts, including theater and comedy. She speaks Spanish most fluently, which might be one of the reasons why she loves to travel to various parts of Spain and South America. She is also an avid fan of the WNBA and New York Knicks, and she is a bit of a performer with a passion for improv and stand-up. Lastly, be free to ask her for the best spots for gluten-free cupcakes in the Bay!