Atty. Berwin Cohen

Atty. Berwin Cohen

Berwin Cohen is a lawyer practicing tax, international private equity, investment banking. Berwin received a B.A. degree from Ramapo College in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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International Private Equity & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 27+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Berwin Cohen at a Glance

Berwin Cohen is a C/O BTMU based in Palo Alto, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and international. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1999), New York (2000), California (2003), and U.S. Tax Court (2003). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1999) and Ramapo College (B.A., 1996). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Berwin Cohen

  • Berwin Cohen is a lawyer practicing tax, international private equity, investment banking
  • Berwin received a B.A. degree from Ramapo College in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Berwin practices in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Berwin Cohen's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Berwin Cohen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.

Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto

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

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Tax Law in Palo Alto

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Berwin Cohen is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

International Law in Palo Alto

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto

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

Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Palo Alto-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Berwin Cohen

Where is Berwin Cohen's law office located?
Berwin Cohen's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Berwin Cohen handle?
Berwin Cohen focuses on business, tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Berwin Cohen practiced law?
Berwin Cohen has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Berwin Cohen go to law school?
Berwin Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Berwin Cohen for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Berwin 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 Berwin Cohen's practice in the field of business, tax, and international.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Berwin Cohen brings 27+ 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 Jersey, New York, and California, Berwin Cohen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, tax, and international, Berwin Cohen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Palo Alto

A Palo Alto-based practice means Berwin Cohen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Berwin Cohen Handles in Palo Alto

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Berwin Cohen has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Berwin Cohen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Berwin Cohen's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1999
B.A.
Ramapo College
- 1996

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1999
New York
Admitted: 2000
California
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2009

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