Atty. Michael J. Cohn

Atty. Michael J. Cohn

Atty. Michael J.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Cohn at a glance

Michael J. Cohn is a personal injury, employment, business, ip, and construction attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern District of Wisconsin (1982) and Wisconsin (1982). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1981) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Michael J. Cohn is a lawyer practicing construction defects, employment disputes & non-competition agreements, environmental litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael J. received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael J. practices in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Cohn's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael J. Cohn is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →

Employment Law

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

Michael J. Cohn is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael J. Cohn is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael J. Cohn is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Wisconsin →

Construction Law

Michael J. Cohn is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Cohn

Where is Michael J. Cohn's law office located?
Michael J. Cohn's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Cohn handle?
Michael J. Cohn focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Michael J. Cohn practiced law?
Michael J. Cohn has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael J. Cohn go to law school?
Michael J. Cohn earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Michael J. Cohn for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Cohn 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 Michael J. Cohn received?
Michael J. Cohn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1981
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982

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