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Atty. Peter Cohn

Atty. Peter Cohn

Peter Cohn is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, mergers and acquisitions, investment bank representation and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Peter Cohn at a glance

Peter Cohn is a Partner based in Menlo Park, California, practforg at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They haand 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and New York (1983). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of California, Berkeley B.A. Business Administration and Finance University of California, Berkeley B.A. with highest honors (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of State Bar of California New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter Cohn is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, mergers and acquisitions, investment bank representation and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Peter practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Menlo Park, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Menlo Park 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 substantiand 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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Where is Peter Cohn's law office located?
Peter Cohn's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Peter Cohn practiced law?
Peter Cohn has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Peter Cohn go to law school?
Peter Cohn earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Peter Cohn receiandd?
Peter Cohn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1981
University of California, Berkeley B.A. Business Administration and Finance University of California, Berkeley B.A. with highest honors
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1983

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