Atty. Phyllis Joy Cohen

Atty. Phyllis Joy Cohen

Phyllis Joy Cohen is a lawyer practicing family law. Phyllis received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1965, and has been licensed for 38 years.

East Brunswick East Brunswick 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Phyllis Joy Cohen at a glance

Phyllis Joy Cohen is a Member based in East Brunswick, New Jersey, practicing at Phyllis J. Cohen. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1988). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1987) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1965). Active member of Middlesex County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in East Brunswick, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phyllis Joy Cohen is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Phyllis received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1965, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Phyllis practices at Phyllis J. Cohen in East Brunswick, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Phyllis Joy Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 East Brunswick 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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Where is Phyllis Joy Cohen's law office located?
Phyllis Joy Cohen's law practice is located in East Brunswick, New Jersey. The firm is Phyllis J. Cohen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phyllis Joy Cohen handle?
Phyllis Joy Cohen focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Phyllis Joy Cohen practiced law?
Phyllis Joy Cohen has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Phyllis Joy Cohen go to law school?
Phyllis Joy Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1965).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1987
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1988

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