Atty. Matthew Cohen

Atty. Matthew Cohen

Matthew Cohen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate and trusts, real estate. Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Hackensack Hackensack 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Cohen at a glance

Matthew Cohen is an Of Counsel based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1968) and New Jersey (1973). Educated at New York Law School (J.D. New, 1967) and City College of the City University of New York (B.B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bergen County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Cohen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate and trusts, real estate
  • Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Matthew practices at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C. in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Matthew Cohen is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew Cohen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Hackensack 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 Cohen

Where is Matthew Cohen's law office located?
Matthew Cohen's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Cohen handle?
Matthew Cohen focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Matthew Cohen practiced law?
Matthew Cohen has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Matthew Cohen go to law school?
Matthew Cohen earned their education at (J.D. New, 1967); (B.B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Matthew Cohen for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew 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 Matthew Cohen received?
Matthew Cohen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. New
New York Law School
- 1967
B.B.A.
City College of the City University of New York
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
New Jersey
Admitted: 1973

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