Atty. Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn

Atty. Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn

DANIEL C. COHN is founding partner of Cohn Whitesell & Goldberg LLP, Boston, Massachusetts, a leading boutique law firm addressing the problems of distressed companies.

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Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn is a bankruptcy attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Harris Beach Murtha. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association. Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1978) and Cornell University (—, 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • DANIEL C. COHN is founding partner of Cohn Whitesell & Goldberg LLP, Boston, Massachusetts, a leading boutique law firm addressing the problems of distressed companies
  • Formed in 1990, the firm has represented numerous middle market companies (sales of $25 to $500 million) in Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court debt restructurings
  • The firm also represents acquirers of distressed businesses, creditors' committees, landlords, suppliers, equity sponsors and parties to litigation related to troubled companies
  • A trained mediator, Mr. Cohn has served as arbitrator, mediator and advocate in alternative dispute resolution proceedings
  • Mr. Cohn is listed in America's Leading Business Lawyers (Chambers & Partners USA) with a Tier One ranking
  • He frequently lectures on bankruptcy law to other insolvency professionals
  • A fellow of the American College of Bankruptcy, Mr. Cohn currently serves as Regent for the First Circuit
  • Among the articles published by Mr. Cohn are: "What Every CEO Should Know Before Filing a Chapter 11 Case," 2004/2005 Americas Restructuring Guide
  • "What Constitutes Success in Chapter 11 (Roundtable Discussion)," 2 American Bankruptcy Institute Law Review 229 (1994)
  • and "Subordinated Claims: Their Classification and Voting Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code," 56 American Bankruptcy Law Journal 293 (1982)

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Where is Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn's law office located?
Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Harris Beach Murtha. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn handle?
Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn go to law school?
Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (—, 1978); (—, 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn received?
Daniel C. "Dan" Cohn's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1978
Cornell University
- 1978
Yale University
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association

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