Atty. Michael P. Cogan

Atty. Michael P. Cogan

Michael P. Cogan is a trial attorney who spends his days in the courtrooms of Illinois fighting for victims' rights.

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About Michael P. Cogan at a glance

Michael P. Cogan is a Founding Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at Cogan & Power, P.C. Attorneys at Law. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2001). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael P. Cogan is a trial attorney who spends his days in the courtrooms of Illinois fighting for victims' rights
  • His law firm, Cogan and Power, P.C., Attorneys at Law, has obtained over $250 million on behalf of injured people
  • Mr. Cogan has numerous multi-million dollar results for his clients by way of jury trial or negotiated settlement totaling in excess of $110 million
  • Although primarily practicing in Cook County, Illinois, Mr. Cogan's advocacy skills have resulted in his representation of victims of medical negligence in Florida, New Jersey, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Colorado, Missouri, and Wisconsin, as well as the Queen's Court in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been recognized by his peers by way of induction into the Network of Leading American Attorneys
  • He has received the highest possible rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is an Illinois Super Lawyer
  • He has been chosen as one of the top 100 attorneys in Illinois by the Leading Lawyer Network
  • Mr. Cogan is active in numerous Bar Associations, including the Society of Trial Lawyers, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, and Illinois State Bar Association
  • He has been the featured speaker at several association meetings on subjects relating to medical malpractice and written articles on the subject
  • Mr. Cogan grew up in the North suburbs of Chicago and attended the University of Illinois where he obtained his college degree in 1978 and went on to attend the John Marshall Law School in Chicago (J.D. 1981)
  • After law school, Mr. Cogan worked for the Office of the General Counsel at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center
  • Since entering private practice in 1983, Mr. Cogan has concentrated his practice on the representation of victims of medical negligence and defective medical products
  • Attorney Michael Cogan is currently featured prominently in the Leading Lawyers Magazine, in the article, "Michael Cogan; Calm in the Midst of Chaos
  • Litigation Percentage 100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation Classes/Seminars Invited Speaker on Voir Dire, Law Bulletin Jury Management Conference, March 2010 Invited Speaker Law Bulletin Publishing company Litigation Series, Arbitration and Mediation
  • Invited Speaker - Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Education Fund, Medical Malpractice Seminar, "Special Ethical Considerations in Handling Medical Malpractice Cases," 2005 Invited Speaker, "How Not to Get Sued," University of Illinois at Chicago Third-Year Resident Retreat Invited Speaker, Chicagoland Healthcare Risk Management Society, 2004 Invited Speaker, American Gastroenterological Association's Yearly Meeting. 1999 - 2000 Invited Speaker, "International Screening Guidelines for Colon Cancer," Crones and Colitis Foundation of America, Innisbrook, Florida, 2000 Legal Issues, St. Francis Hospital Grand Rounds, 1994, 1997, 2000 Legal Issues, University of Chicago Hospitals Grand Rounds, 1998, 1999 Invited Speaker, Issues in Medical Malpractice, Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 2001 Invited Speaker, Various Topics Relating to Medical Malpractice, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, 1984 Honors and Awards Society of Trial Lawyers Million Dollar Advocate Forum Illinois Leading Attorneys Induction into the Network of Leading Attorneys Top 5% of Lawyers - Leading Lawyers Network Illinois Super Lawyers - Top 5% attorneys of the Illinois State Bar Professional Associations and Memberships Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, Supporting Member, 2005 - Present American Association for Justice Chicago Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Cornerstones Health Inc., Board of Directors, 2011- Present The Knapp Burn Foundation, Member and Legal Counsel, 1992 - 1995 The University of Chicago's Gastrointestinal Research Foundation, President Emeritus Village of Glencoe Baseball Association, Commissioner Family Services of Glencoe, Benefactor Little League Baseball, Coach, 1995 - 2000 Glencoe Park District Basketball, Coach 1995-2000 National Moot Court Trial Competition, Judge, 1998 National Criminal Trial Advocacy Competition, Judge, 1998 Past Employment Positions Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center, Associate General Counsel Motherway & Glenn P.C
  • Cogan & McNabola, P.C
  • Pro Bono Activities Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, 1986 - Present

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P. Cogan's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael P. Cogan

Where is Michael P. Cogan's law office located?
Michael P. Cogan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cogan & Power, P.C. Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P. Cogan handle?
Michael P. Cogan focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael P. Cogan practiced law?
Michael P. Cogan has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael P. Cogan go to law school?
Michael P. Cogan earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Michael P. Cogan for a consultation?
You can contact Michael P. Cogan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael P. Cogan received?
Michael P. Cogan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2003

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