Atty. Lawrence P Cohen

Atty. Lawrence P Cohen

Lawrence P Cohen is a lawyer practicing local government, planning and land use, banking law and 8 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Hackettstown Hackettstown 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence P Cohen at a glance

Lawrence P Cohen is a Member based in Hackettstown, New Jersey, practicing at Lavery, Selvaggi, Abromitis & Cohen, PC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment, business, zoning, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1967) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1967). Educated at Syracuse University (LL.B., 1967) and Lehigh University (B.B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Board of Trustees, Morris County, Warren County and New Jersey State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Association of the Federal Bar of the State of New Jersey New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys. Serands clients in Hackettstown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence P Cohen is a lawyer practicing local government, planning and land use, banking law and 8 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Lawrence practices at Lavery, Selvaggi, Abromitis & Cohen, PC in Hackettstown, NJ and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence P Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

Lawrence P Cohen is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence P Cohen

Where is Lawrence P Cohen's law office located?
Lawrence P Cohen's law practice is located in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The firm is Lavery, Selvaggi, Abromitis & Cohen, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence P Cohen handle?
Lawrence P Cohen focuses on employment, business, zoning, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Lawrence P Cohen practiced law?
Lawrence P Cohen has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Lawrence P Cohen go to law school?
Lawrence P Cohen earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.B.S., 1964).
How can I contact Lawrence P Cohen for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence P 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 P Cohen received?
Lawrence P Cohen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Syracuse University
- 1967
B.B.S.
Lehigh University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1967

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