Atty. Matthew Cohen
Matthew Cohen is a leading criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles, renowned for his expertise in DUI and criminal defense cases. Offering a risk-free consultation to anyone facing criminal charges, Mr.
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Matthew Cohen is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Perlman & Cohen Los Angeles Criminal Lawyers. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, dv defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in California (1998). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.S.M.E., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Matthew Cohen is a leading criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles, renowned for his expertise in DUI and criminal defense cases
- Offering a risk-free consultation to anyone facing criminal charges, Mr. Cohen assures clients of his commitment to safeguarding their rights
- He is dedicated to supporting defendants through complex legal landscapes, striving for favorable outcomes with over a decade of courtroom experience across Southern California
- A graduate of Binghamton University in New York and holding a law degree from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, Mr. Cohen brings a strong academic foundation to his practice
- Initially specializing in intellectual property law, he pivoted towards criminal defense after recognizing its urgent need, driven by a desire to dismantle the barriers facing defendants
- Matthew Cohen is recognized for his fair, compassionate, and tenacious advocacy, having represented thousands in both misdemeanor and felony cases
- He emphasizes finding creative solutions for his clients, seeking alternatives to incarceration whenever feasible
- With in-depth knowledge and established relationships with prosecutors and judges, Mr. Cohen provides strategic, dedicated representation, ensuring each client's case is efficiently settled, with their rights and future at the forefront
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Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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