Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Northern New Jersey
Cohn, Lifland, Pearlman, Herrmann & Knopf has been solving legal challenges for individuals and businesses since 1924. Our firm was founded on the principle of delivering superior legal service, a commitment that remains at the core of our practice today. With a team of 23 experienced attorneys, we handle a wide range of legal matters including family law, personal injury, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, employment law, and complex commercial litigation. Our litigators regularly appear in state and federal courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States, while also providing transactional support for business and real estate clients.Recognized as "lawyers' lawyers," we frequently collaborate with other legal professionals on complex cases and have secured hundreds of millions of dollars in class action settlements. Our reputation as one of Northern New Jersey's most respected law firms is built on a century of proven results and unwavering dedication to client needs.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Bankruptcy
Employment Law
Real Estate Law
Commercial Litigation
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Appellate Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of legal experience serving Northern New Jersey
- Our 23-attorney team handles both litigation and transactional matters
- Recognized for resolving complex commercial and class action litigation
- Frequently consulted by other lawyers for challenging legal matters
- Proven track record securing hundreds of millions in client settlements
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, child custody, alimony, and property division matters with compassionate representation. Attorneys negotiate settlements while preparing for trial when necessary. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of New Jersey family court procedures and decades of courtroom experience resolving complex domestic legal issues.
Commercial Litigation
We represent businesses in contract disputes, partnership conflicts, and commercial litigation matters. Our attorneys handle breach of contract claims, business torts, and shareholder disputes. With experience in state and federal courts, we provide strategic counsel to protect business interests through negotiation, mediation, or trial advocacy when required.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies for asset protection and wealth transfer. We draft wills, trusts, and advance directives tailored to individual needs. Clients receive guidance on probate avoidance, tax implications, and long-term care planning, ensuring their legacy is preserved according to their wishes.
Medical Malpractice
We pursue compensation for victims of medical errors, misdiagnosis, and substandard care. Our attorneys work with medical experts to establish negligence and quantify damages. With extensive trial experience, we hold healthcare providers accountable while helping injured patients recover financial compensation for their losses.
Appellate Litigation
Our appellate specialists handle complex legal appeals in state and federal courts. We analyze trial records, identify legal errors, and craft persuasive briefs. With experience before the New Jersey Supreme Court and Third Circuit Court of Appeals, we provide strategic representation to challenge or defend trial court decisions.
People
Joshua P. Cohn
Managing Partner
Joshua P. Cohn leads the firm with extensive litigation experience, focusing on complex commercial disputes and class action cases. He maintains active trial practice while guiding firm strategy and operations.
Michael Alderman
Associate
Michael Alderman specializes in civil litigation, bringing fresh perspective to the firm's legal team. He focuses on preparing cases for trial while assisting senior attorneys with complex legal matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Cohn Lifland handle?
We practice in family law, commercial litigation, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, employment law, real estate, and appellate litigation for both individuals and businesses.
Do you handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, we specialize in complex commercial litigation and class action cases with a proven track record of multi-million dollar recoveries for clients.
Can businesses get legal representation?
We provide comprehensive legal services for businesses including contract disputes, employment matters, and commercial litigation in New Jersey courts.
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