Atty. Jeffrey A. D. Cohen

Atty. Jeffrey A. D. Cohen

Jeff co-leads GT’s Northern Virginia Corporate Group and focuses his practice on buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions for financial sponsors and strategic clients. He represents clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions across a range of industries, including defense technology, government contracting, and commercial technology.

McLean McLean 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Jeffrey A. D. Cohen at a glance

Jeffrey A. D. Cohen is a Shareholder based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1998). Educated at College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Virginia Tech (B.S., 1992). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, Virginia Bar Association. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jeff co-leads GT’s Northern Virginia Corporate Group and focuses his practice on buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions for financial sponsors and strategic clients
  • He represents clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions across a range of industries, including defense technology, government contracting, and commercial technology
  • In addition to his M&A practice, Jeff regularly advises clients on general corporate matters, governance, and securities regulations
  • With nearly 30 years of experience as a trusted adviser to private equity principals, entrepreneurs, and executives, he is known for his deep industry knowledge, practical business judgment, and ability to solve problems with urgency and optimism
  • Concentrations •Mergers and acquisitions •Private equity financing •Technology •Equity capital markets •Corporate governance and reorganization •Joint ventures and collaborations •Entity structures •Public company advising •Commercial •Retail and consumer Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Corporate Law, 2015-2026

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. D. Cohen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey A. D. 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Government & Administrative Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey A. D. Cohen

Where is Jeffrey A. D. Cohen's law office located?
Jeffrey A. D. Cohen's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. D. Cohen handle?
Jeffrey A. D. Cohen focuses on business, m&a, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Jeffrey A. D. Cohen practiced law?
Jeffrey A. D. Cohen has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Jeffrey A. D. Cohen go to law school?
Jeffrey A. D. Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. D. Cohen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law
- 1998
B.S.
Virginia Tech
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1998

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