Atty. Sheldon Cohen

Atty. Sheldon Cohen

Sheldon Cohen is a lawyer practicing business dissolutions, business enterprises, business estate planning and 61 other areas of law. Sheldon received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years.

New York New York 66 yrs experience 66 year
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About Sheldon Cohen at a glance

Sheldon Cohen is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Cohen & Goldstein, Esqs., LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on divorce, formation, contracts, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1960), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1962), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1962). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1959) and New York University (B.S., 1956). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sheldon Cohen is a lawyer practicing business dissolutions, business enterprises, business estate planning and 61 other areas of law
  • Sheldon received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Sheldon practices at Cohen & Goldstein, Esqs., LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Sheldon Cohen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon Cohen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Business Formation

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Contracts

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sheldon Cohen

Where is Sheldon Cohen's law office located?
Sheldon Cohen's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cohen & Goldstein, Esqs., LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheldon Cohen handle?
Sheldon Cohen focuses on divorce, formation, contracts, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sheldon Cohen practiced law?
Sheldon Cohen has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Sheldon Cohen go to law school?
Sheldon Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.S., 1956).
How can I contact Sheldon Cohen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1959
B.S.
New York University
- 1956

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1960
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1962

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