Atty. Matthew Albert Cohen

Atty. Matthew Albert Cohen

Matthew Albert Cohen is a lawyer practicing environmental law, housing and urban development law, zoning and planning and 1 other area of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Little Silver Little Silver 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Albert Cohen at a glance

Matthew Albert Cohen is a Member based in Little Silver, New Jersey, practicing at Cohen & Howard LLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on zoning and environmental. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1990), and New York (1991). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1986). Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Little Silver, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Albert Cohen is a lawyer practicing environmental law, housing and urban development law, zoning and planning and 1 other area of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Matthew practices at Cohen & Howard LLC in Little Silver, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Albert Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Little Silver 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 Matthew Albert Cohen

Where is Matthew Albert Cohen's law office located?
Matthew Albert Cohen's law practice is located in Little Silver, New Jersey. The firm is Cohen & Howard LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Albert Cohen handle?
Matthew Albert Cohen focuses on zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Matthew Albert Cohen practiced law?
Matthew Albert Cohen has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Matthew Albert Cohen go to law school?
Matthew Albert Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Matthew Albert Cohen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991

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