About David
David M. Cohen: Experienced Litigation Attorney in Stamford, Connecticut
With over four decades of dedicated legal service, David M. Cohen has established himself as a leading figure in civil and criminal litigation, particularly in the areas of personal injury, civil rights, employment law, and immigration and naturalization. His comprehensive approach to these critical legal issues reflects his commitment to providing unparalleled representation for clients seeking justice.
Practice Areas
- Civil and Criminal Litigation
- Personal Injury
- Civil Rights
- Employment Law
- Immigration and Naturalization
Education & Credentials
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), magna cum laude, from Harvard College in 1970. Graduated Phi Beta Kappa. J.D. from Yale Law School in 1973.
Mr. Cohen has served as a law clerk to the Honorable Caleb M. Wright of the United States District Court for the District of Delaware before joining his current legal practice in 1975. He currently serves as a Trial Referee for the Connecticut Superior Court and as a Special Master in the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut.
Mr. Cohen is a member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, has participated on the boards of the Fairfield County Civil Liberties Union and Jewish Family Service of Stamford, served as past president of Temple Sinai, and was appointed by the American Civil Liberties Union to serve as cooperating counsel in civil rights cases. He has also made significant contributions through his efforts to resettle refugees from the former Soviet Union.
As a member of the Connecticut Bar Association since 1975, Mr. Cohen maintains an impressive record with numerous civic and humanitarian activities. His service includes being recognized as Lawyer of the Year in Litigation - Labor and Employment by The Best Lawyers in America (2013) and listed as Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals and Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment by Connecticut Super Lawyers since 2007.
Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1991.
Awards: Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Stamford (2013), Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals, Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Special Focus: Individuals.
Bar Admissions
- Connecticut
Languages: Fluent in English.
Universities Attended: Harvard University (B.A., magna cum laude, 1970), Yale Law School (J.D. 1973).
