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Your Trusted Legal Partner in West Palm Beach
For over four decades, Michael Cohen Law has provided comprehensive legal representation across South Florida. Our practice focuses on criminal defense, personal injury litigation, family law matters, and landlord-tenant disputes, with an unwavering commitment to individualized case strategy development. With extensive experience in both criminal and civil law, we serve thousands of clients annually, offering initial free consultations to assess legal needs. Our approach combines deep legal expertise with personalized attention, ensuring clients understand their options and potential outcomes.We maintain active representation in multiple Florida counties, emphasizing early case intervention to maximize favorable resolutions. Our founder, Michael L. Cohen, graduated from Saint Marys University Law School in 1975 and has been a Florida Bar member since 1976, bringing decades of practical legal insight to every case. We prioritize client education about legal processes while maintaining 24/7 availability for urgent matters.
Services
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Family Law
Divorce
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined legal experience in South Florida courts
- Our personalized case strategies adapt to each client's unique circumstances
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal consultation services
- Our practice covers multiple Florida counties including Palm Beach and Miami-Dade
- We maintain direct client access to attorney Michael L. Cohen
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
- Palm Beach County Bar Association
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend against felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, and sex crimes. Our approach focuses on case-specific strategies to minimize penalties or secure dismissals. With decades of courtroom experience, we represent clients during investigations, plea negotiations, and trials across South Florida jurisdictions.
Personal Injury
Our firm handles auto accidents, medical malpractice, and slip-and-fall cases to recover compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. We investigate liability, negotiate with insurance companies, and litigate when necessary. Our goal is maximizing client recovery through thorough case preparation and evidence analysis.
Family Law
We manage divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division matters with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Our practice emphasizes protecting client interests while minimizing conflict. We handle prenuptial agreements, post-divorce modifications, and domestic violence injunctions across Palm Beach County.
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
We represent both landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, eviction proceedings, and compliance matters. Our services include contract review, dispute resolution, and court representation. We emphasize preventive legal strategies to avoid costly litigation while protecting client rights in residential and commercial real estate matters.
Real Estate Law
Our practice covers real estate transactions, foreclosure defense, and zoning compliance issues. We assist with purchase agreements, title disputes, and development projects. With extensive experience in Florida property law, we help clients navigate complex regulations and contractual obligations in residential and commercial contexts.
People
Michael L. Cohen
Attorney & Founder
Licensed Florida attorney with 40+ years of experience in criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. Graduated Saint Marys University Law School in 1975 and has served South Florida communities since 1976. Member of Florida Bar and Palm Beach County Bar Association.
Questions
What legal services do you specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, personal injury litigation, family law matters, divorce proceedings, and landlord-tenant disputes across South Florida.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations to evaluate your legal matter and discuss potential strategies.
Which areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade, Broward, and surrounding Florida counties.
What experience do you bring to cases?
With 40+ years of Florida legal practice and thousands of successfully handled cases, we combine courtroom experience with strategic legal analysis.
