About Joel
Joel Cohen: Experienced Attorney in White Collar and Criminal Defense Law
Joel Cohen is an esteemed attorney with extensive experience in white collar crime, criminal defense law, and government relations practice. Mr. Cohen has been recognized for his expertise in ethics and professional responsibility law by Best Attorney USA, where he has been included since 2011.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- White Collar Crime and Regulatory Offenses
- Public Official Investigations and Prosecutions
- Corporate Investigations and Internal Affairs
- Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings and Defamation Cases
- Government Relations Practice
Educational Background
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Brooklyn College of The City University of New York (2000)
- J.D., LL.M. with concentration in Federal Taxation, NYU School of Law (1985)
Professional Admissions and Affiliations
- New York State Bar Association
- Federal Bar Council
- Eastern District Association
- New York County Lawyers Association
- Jewish Lawyers Guild
Awards and Recognitions
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA for Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law, Practice Area: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, since 2011.
Languages
- English
Mr. Cohen has made significant contributions to the legal community through his teaching and writing. He served as an adjunct professor at Brooklyn Law School for 20 years, focusing on professional responsibility. For the last nine years, he co-taught a seminar titled “How Judges Decide” at Fordham and now Cardozo Law Schools, drawing from his book “Blindfolds Off: Judges On How They Decide”, published in 2014 by the American Bar Association. His work has been featured on several prominent legal programs, including those organized by the New York State Bar Association, the Federal Bar Council, and others.
Mr. Cohen has authored numerous articles and opinions, further solidifying his reputation as a leading authority in criminal defense and white collar crime litigation. He is committed to providing exceptional legal representation for clients facing complex matters and ensuring they receive the highest level of care and advocacy possible.
