The Law Offices of Matthew Cohan is a premier New York defense and civil litigation firm based in Kew Gardens, serving clients throughout New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey. Led by former prosecutor Matthew Cohan, the firm combines deep investigative experience with aggressive courtroom advocacy.
Matthew Cohan provides comprehensive legal representation across state and federal criminal matters – including white-collar crimes, federal fraud investigations, and DWI – as well as complex civil litigation involving motor vehicle accident injuries and property disputes.
Known for thorough preparation and relentless client defense, the firm protects the rights and futures of individuals facing high-stakes legal challenges.
Attorney Matthew Cohan
Founder and principal attorney Matthew Cohan previously served as a prosecutor in the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, where he handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases. He later joined a New York criminal defense firm, representing clients in complex criminal and civil matters before establishing his own practice.
His prosecutorial background informs his assessment of the government’s evidence, potential weaknesses in a case, and opportunities to challenge criminal allegations.
The firm’s criminal defense practice encompasses misdemeanor and felony charges, including DWI and DUI, drug offenses, weapons charges, assault, domestic violence, sex crimes, theft, robbery, and burglary. Its federal practice includes representation in investigations and prosecutions involving bank fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, tax evasion, conspiracy, RICO allegations, and drug distribution.
Beyond criminal defense, the Law Offices of Matthew Cohan handles civil disputes involving employment discrimination, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, personal injury, breach of contract, fraud, defamation, and property issues. The firm develops case strategies around the client’s goals and pursues resolution through settlement or trial as appropriate.
Cohan is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey state courts and the federal district courts for the Southern, Eastern, and Northern Districts of New York and the District of New Jersey. The firm offers free, confidential consultations and advertises round-the-clock availability for those seeking legal assistance.
