Atty. Barry Cohen

Atty. Barry Cohen

Barry Cohen is a lawyer. Barry received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Washington Washington 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Barry Cohen at a glance

Barry Cohen is a Special Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976) and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1976) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Barry Cohen is a lawyer
  • Barry received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Barry practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Washington, DC

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Where is Barry Cohen's law office located?
Barry Cohen's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is McCarter & English, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Barry Cohen practiced law?
Barry Cohen has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Barry Cohen go to law school?
Barry Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1976
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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