Atty. James Curtis Cohan

Atty. James Curtis Cohan

James Curtis Cohan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, automobile accidents and injuries and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Southfield Southfield 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Curtis Cohan at a glance

James Curtis Cohan is a Member based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Law Offices of James C. Cohan PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981) and Tennessee (1996). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1980) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1977). Active member of State Bar of Michigan Tennessee Bar Association Michigan Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Curtis Cohan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, automobile accidents and injuries and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James C. Cohan PLLC in Southfield, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James Curtis Cohan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Curtis Cohan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Curtis Cohan is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Michigan →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Curtis Cohan is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Michigan →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Curtis Cohan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Curtis Cohan is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Michigan →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

James Curtis Cohan is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Curtis Cohan

Where is James Curtis Cohan's law office located?
James Curtis Cohan's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm is Law Offices of James C. Cohan PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Curtis Cohan handle?
James Curtis Cohan focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James Curtis Cohan practiced law?
James Curtis Cohan has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Curtis Cohan go to law school?
James Curtis Cohan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Curtis Cohan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1980
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1981
Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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