Atty. Alan Stuart Cohen
Alan Stuart Cohen is a lawyer practicing tax, partnership, advertising. Alan received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Alan Stuart Cohen at a Glance
Alan Stuart Cohen is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), New Jersey (1979), and Florida (1982). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1978) and George Washington University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Stuart Cohen
- Alan Stuart Cohen is a lawyer practicing tax, partnership, advertising
- Alan received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Alan practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Alan Stuart Cohen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Stuart Cohen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in New York
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Alan Stuart Cohen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Stuart Cohen's practice in the field of business, tax, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Stuart Cohen brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, Alan Stuart Cohen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and entertainment, Alan Stuart Cohen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Alan Stuart Cohen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan Stuart Cohen Handles in New York
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Alan Stuart Cohen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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