Atty. Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke

Atty. Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke

Benjamin Cooke is a partner in Hahn Loeser’s Business Practice Area. He has a wide range of experience representing both private sellers and buyers in M&A transactions and has advised numerous buyers in management group buyouts, corporate divestitures, and spin-offs.

Cleveland Cleveland 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke at a glance

Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke is a business attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association (2009). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 2004) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Benjamin Cooke is a partner in Hahn Loeser’s Business Practice Area
  • He has a wide range of experience representing both private sellers and buyers in M&A transactions and has advised numerous buyers in management group buyouts, corporate divestitures, and spin-offs
  • Benjamin represents private equity and independent deal sponsors and serves as outside general counsel to private companies both in Ohio and nationally, where he handles all contract and transactional matters including shareholder and corporate governance issues, employment and executive compensation, real estate, and business succession planning

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke

Where is Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke's law office located?
Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke handle?
Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke practiced law?
Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke go to law school?
Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke received?
Benjamin M. "Ben" Cooke's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 2004
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 2001

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Corporate Governance Law, 2025-26, Corporate Law, 2024-26
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ohio Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2018-2019
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association
Admitted: 2009

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