Atty. Lawrence Michael Cohen

Atty. Lawrence Michael Cohen

Lawrence Michael Cohen is a lawyer practicing labor relations law, employment discrimination litigation, alternative dispute resolution. Lawrence received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years.

Chicago Chicago 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Michael Cohen at a glance

Lawrence Michael Cohen is a discrimination, employment, and adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1960) and U.S. Supreme Court (1970). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1960) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence Michael Cohen is a lawyer practicing labor relations law, employment discrimination litigation, alternative dispute resolution
  • Lawrence received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Lawrence practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Michael Cohen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Michael Cohen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Lawrence Michael Cohen is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Lawrence Michael Cohen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Lawrence Michael Cohen is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence Michael Cohen

Where is Lawrence Michael Cohen's law office located?
Lawrence Michael Cohen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Michael Cohen handle?
Lawrence Michael Cohen focuses on discrimination, employment, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lawrence Michael Cohen practiced law?
Lawrence Michael Cohen has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Lawrence Michael Cohen go to law school?
Lawrence Michael Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (B.B.A., 1957).
How can I contact Lawrence Michael Cohen for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence Michael Cohen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Lawrence Michael Cohen received?
Lawrence Michael Cohen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1960
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1970

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