Atty. David J. Cohen

Atty. David J. Cohen

David J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, immigration, family.

New York New York 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About David J. Cohen at a glance

David J. Cohen is a criminal defense, family law, and immigration attorney based in New York, New York. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New York (1995) and New York (1995). Educated at Boston University School of Law (JD, 1994) and Boston University (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, immigration, family
  • David received a degree from Boston University, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • David practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Cohen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Cohen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J. Cohen

Where is David J. Cohen's law office located?
David J. Cohen's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Cohen handle?
David J. Cohen focuses on criminal defense, family law, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David J. Cohen practiced law?
David J. Cohen has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did David J. Cohen go to law school?
David J. Cohen earned their education at (JD, 1994); (—).
How can I contact David J. Cohen for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Boston University School of Law
- 1994
Boston University
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1995

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