Atty. Matthew Cohan
Matthew Cohan is a driven and zealous advocate who brings years of courtroom experience and trial advocacy to the firm. Mr.
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Matthew Cohan is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman. They have 4+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2022. Admitted to practice in New York New Jersey (2022). Educated at Syracuse Law (J.D., 2021). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Matthew Cohan is a driven and zealous advocate who brings years of courtroom experience and trial advocacy to the firm
- Mr. Cohan represents clients facing a wide range of criminal charges on both the state and federal levels, including white-collar crime, organized crime, and violent crime
- Before joining the firm, Mr. Cohan served over three years at the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office
- During his time there, he prosecuted thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases, taking numerous cases to trial, including robbery, burglary, Driving While Intoxicated, controlled substance and weapon possession, assault, and attempted murder
- Starting in the District Court Trial Bureau, Mr. Cohan worked his way up the ranks, being promoted several times and eventually landing a position in the Organized Crime and Rackets Bureau, overseeing various investigations of criminal enterprises and theft rings
- By leveraging his familiarity with New York’s prosecutorial tactics, Mr. Cohan can craft innovative and effective defense strategies to ensure clients receive the best possible outcome
- Whether you face felony or misdemeanor charges, Mr. Cohan is here to provide the knowledgeable and compassionate representation you need
- With a deep commitment to his clients and a proven track record of success, you can trust him to fight for your rights and protect your future
- Mr. Cohan received his law degree from Syracuse Law in 2021
- During his law school summers, Mr. Cohan interned at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, and at a prominent criminal defense firm in Syracuse, NY
- Mr. Cohan is admitted to practice law in both New York and New Jersey
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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