Atty. Jane E. Cohen
Jane E. Cohen is a lawyer practicing arbitration, business, franchising and 4 other areas of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Jane E. Cohen at a Glance
Jane E. Cohen is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cohen & Cohen PA. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, creditor rights, landlord/tenant, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1982), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico , U.S. Claims Court (1982), Missouri (1985), and Illinois (1986). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1982) and Northeastern University (B.A., 1974). Active member of State Bar of New Mexico. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jane E. Cohen
- Jane E. Cohen is a lawyer practicing arbitration, business, franchising and 4 other areas of law
- Jane received a B.A. degree from Northeastern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Jane practices at Cohen & Cohen PA in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Jane E. Cohen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jane E. Cohen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jane E. Cohen is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Jane E. Cohen is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Chicago
Jane E. Cohen is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →
Landlord & Tenant in Chicago
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
Jane E. Cohen is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Jane E. Cohen is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Jane 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 Jane E. Cohen's practice in the field of business, real estate, creditor rights, landlord/tenant, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jane E. Cohen brings 44+ 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 New Mexico, U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico , U.S. Claims Court, and Missouri, Jane E. Cohen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and creditor rights, Jane 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 Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Jane E. Cohen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jane E. Cohen Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jane E. Cohen has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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