Atty. Wayne R. Cohen

Atty. Wayne R. Cohen

Executive Editor, University of Miami Entertainment and Sports Law Review, 1991. Recipient, Top 50 Lawyers in D.C., Washingtonian Magazine, June 2002.

Washington Washington 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (771) 244-1969 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Wayne R. Cohen at a glance

Wayne R. Cohen is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Cohen & Cohen, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991), District of Columbia (1992), New York (1992), and Maryland (1992). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1991) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar District of Columbia Bar (Chair, Steering Committee, Tort Section, 1999-2001) Maryland State, New York State and American Bar Associations Trial Lawyers Association of Washington, D, C, and (President Elect, 2003-2004). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Executive Editor, University of Miami Entertainment and Sports Law Review, 1991
  • Recipient, Top 50 Lawyers in D.C., Washingtonian Magazine, June 2002

Author

  • "The Relationship Between Criminal Liability and Sports: A Jurisprudential Investigation," 7 University of Miami Entertainment and Sports Law Review 31, 1990
  • "An Economic Analysis of the Issues Surrounding AIDS and the Workplace: In the Long Run, the Path of Truth and Reason Cannot Be Diverted," 41 American University Law Review 1199, 1992
  • Adjunct Professor, Trial Skills Advocacy, George Washington School of Law, 1993—

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne R. Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wayne R. Cohen

Where is Wayne R. Cohen's law office located?
Wayne R. Cohen's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cohen & Cohen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne R. Cohen handle?
Wayne R. Cohen focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Wayne R. Cohen practiced law?
Wayne R. Cohen has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Wayne R. Cohen go to law school?
Wayne R. Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Wayne R. Cohen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Wayne R. Cohen received?
Wayne R. Cohen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1991
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
New York
Admitted: 1992
Maryland
Admitted: 1992

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