LAURA E. COPP

Although I initially intended to avoid both criminal defense and family law, my first position as Assistant Public Defender of Moore County introduced me to the courtroom. It quickly became clear that criminal defense was not my calling. At the same time, I began receiving requests for advice on family law matters. What began by chance developed into a passion. I discovered that I not only enjoyed family law but excelled at it. Practicing in this field has given me the opportunity to help people through some of life's most difficult moments, and the work continues to challenge me to grow as both an attorney and an advocate. I became Board Certified in Family Law in 2025 to further my knowledge and abilities as an attorney.

I grew up in Frisco, Texas, and earned my undergraduate degree from the University of North Texas before graduating cum laude from St. Mary's University School of Law in 2017. I began my career in the Texas Panhandle, where I practiced for eight years before relocating. Outside the office, I enjoy working out, camping, playing Dungeons & Dragons, and spending time at home with my pets.

St. Mary's University School of Law – San Antonio, Texas, Doctor of Jurisprudence, Cum Laude (2017)
University of North Texas – Denton, Texas, Bachelor of Arts in History (2014)

Briar Wilcox Law Firm, PLLC – Amarillo, Texas | Attorney and Counselor at Law
Law Office of Laura E. Copp – Amarillo, Texas | Attorney and Counselor at Law
Pingelton Law Office – Dumas, Texas | Attorney and Counselor at Law

State Bar of Texas
Family Law Section, State Bar of Texas
Collaborative Law Section, State Bar of Texas
Texas Bar College, State Bar of Texas
Family Law Section Leadership Class, State Bar of Texas
Collaborative Divorce Texas
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
Licensed to Practice in the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court

Speaker, 2025 Family Law Essentials – Laredo, "Hard Evidence"
Speaker, 2025 Family Law Essentials – Midland, "Hard Evidence"
Speaker and Co-Author, 2025 Advanced Family Law, "Preparing for the Board Certification Exam"