Atty. Jan R. Cohen
Jan Cohen is a native Houstonian and earned a bachelors degree in Journalism from the University of Houston and her juris doctorate from South Texas College of Law. She is the wife of one, mother of three and grandmother of four.Ms.
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About Jan R. Cohen at a glance
Jan R. Cohen is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Office of Jan R. Cohen Attorney at Law. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, real estate, child support, and adoption. Admitted to practice in Texas (2004). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2004). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Jan Cohen is a native Houstonian and earned a bachelors degree in Journalism from the University of Houston and her juris doctorate from South Texas College of Law
- She is the wife of one, mother of three and grandmother of four.Ms
- Cohen has become known for her abilities as a hand-holder who helps each client to make detailed plans, not only for resolution of the issues at hand, but for moving forward after such resolution is achieved
- Her professional colleagues know her as an unwavering advocate for her clients and a seasoned negotiator who maintains a clear vision, a cool head and thorough knowledge of the law
- Judges recognize her as a formidable presence in the courtroom who carries herself with dignity, grace and confidence
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jan R. Cohen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Jan R. Cohen is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Texas →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Jan R. Cohen is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Jan R. Cohen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Jan R. Cohen is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Texas →
Jan R. Cohen is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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