Atty. Frances S. Cohen

Atty. Frances S. Cohen

Frances S. Cohen is a lawyer practicing advertising, accountant defense, securities enforcement and investigations and 11 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Frances S. Cohen at a glance

Frances S. Cohen is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, class action, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circui (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (B.A. English, 1977) and Columbia University School of Law J.D. 1980 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frances S. Cohen is a lawyer practicing advertising, accountant defense, securities enforcement and investigations and 11 other areas of law
  • Frances received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Frances practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Frances S. Cohen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frances S. Cohen 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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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Frances S. Cohen

Where is Frances S. Cohen's law office located?
Frances S. Cohen's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frances S. Cohen handle?
Frances S. Cohen focuses on business, class action, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Frances S. Cohen practiced law?
Frances S. Cohen has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Frances S. Cohen go to law school?
Frances S. Cohen earned their education at (B.A. English, 1977); (—).
How can I contact Frances S. Cohen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frances S. Cohen received?
Frances S. Cohen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A. English
University of Pennsylvania
- 1977
Columbia University School of Law J.D. 1980 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circui
Admitted: 1984

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