Customs Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 34+ Years Experience
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About David E. Cohen at a Glance
David E. Cohen is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1992) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. D (1999). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Cohen
- Mr. David E. Cohen is a lawyer practicing customs law, international trade, government and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- David practices at Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. in Washington, DC
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David E. Cohen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Cohen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Government & Administrative Law in Washington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose David E. 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 David E. Cohen's practice in the field of employment, government, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Cohen brings 34+ 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 Wisconsin and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. D, David E. Cohen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, government, and international, David E. Cohen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means David E. 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 David E. Cohen Handles in Washington
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