Atty. Robert Howard Cohen

Atty. Robert Howard Cohen

Robert Howard Cohen is a lawyer practicing education, employment, labor and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Melville Melville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Howard Cohen at a glance

Robert Howard Cohen is a employment, real estate, commercial re, creditor rights, and litigation attorney based in Melville, New York. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in New York (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Ci (1984). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1983) and Hofstra University (B.A. Psychology, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of ORGANIZATIONS & COMMITTEES •Former President, New York State Association of School Attorneys •Former Chair, Suffolk County Bar Association's Education Law Committee •Member, Board of Directors of Sunshine Drug Prevention Center. Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Howard Cohen is a lawyer practicing education, employment, labor and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Howard Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Robert Howard Cohen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Howard Cohen

Where is Robert Howard Cohen's law office located?
Robert Howard Cohen's law practice is located in Melville, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Howard Cohen handle?
Robert Howard Cohen focuses on employment, real estate, commercial re, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Howard Cohen practiced law?
Robert Howard Cohen has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Howard Cohen go to law school?
Robert Howard Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Psychology, 1980).
How can I contact Robert Howard Cohen for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Howard 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 Robert Howard Cohen received?
Robert Howard Cohen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1983
B.A. Psychology
Hofstra University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Ci
Admitted: 1984

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