Albert Cohen
Top rated Personal Injury attorney in Forest Hills, New York
Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in New York since: 2002
Education: Pace University Law School
Languages spoken: English, Russian
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2016 - 2023, 2025 - 2026 Call today:
347-315-8716
Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
104-70 Queens Blvd.Suite 312
Forest Hills, NY 11375 Visit website
Albert Cohen is the founder of the Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C., located in Forest Hills, New York, where he focuses his practice on personal injury law and accident-related claims. He represents individuals who have been injured due to negligence, providing legal guidance through each stage of the claims process and advocating for fair compensation on their behalf.
Mr. Cohen’s practice covers a broad range of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability and other negligence-based claims. He works closely with clients to assess the circumstances of their cases, develop effective legal strategies and pursue favorable outcomes through negotiation or litigation when necessary. His approach emphasizes responsiveness, clear communication and a commitment to protecting his clients’ interests.
Mr. Cohen earned his Bachelor of Arts from Cleveland State University in 1995, graduating with departmental honors and earning recognition on the dean’s list. He later obtained his Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law in 2002, graduating cum laude. His academic achievements reflect a strong foundation in legal analysis and advocacy.
Admitted to practice law in New York in 2002, Mr. Cohen maintains active involvement in professional organizations. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. He is also affiliated with the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, reflecting a broader engagement with the legal community.
In recognition of his professional accomplishments, Mr. Cohen was named to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum in 2014, an honor associated with achieving significant case results. His inclusion in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum reflects his experience in handling cases that result in substantial recoveries for clients.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Assault, Construction Accident, Dram Shop Laws, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2002, New York
Professional Webpage: https://www.cohenandcohenlawgroup.com/attorney/albert-cohen/
Bar / Professional Activity
- American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, Member
- New York State Bar Association, Estates and Trusts Section, Member
- New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section, Member
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
- New York, 2002
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Recovered $375,000 for injuries resulting from slip and fall, while snow was in progress.
- Recovered $1,250,000.00 for a death of an elderly man struck by motor vehicle, in absence of witnesses.
- Recovered $1,050,000 for the police officer who retired due to hand injuries, which made it difficult to use a weapon.
Transactions
- Represented high net worth clients with estate over 30 million in establishing an estate plan that sheltered a significant part of their estate from estate taxes.
- Favorable settlement of a large Medicaid estate recovery claim in Queens county, for 15% of the amount claimed by Medicaid.
Pro bono / Community Service
- Presenter, Importance of Medicaid Planning, Forum with Council Member Deneek Miller
- Presenter, Basics of Wills and Trusts, Queens Library
- Presenter, Estate Planning for Young Professionals, Signa Corporation
- Presenter, How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Estate Planning, Pomonok Community Center
Educational Background
- Cleveland State University, B.A. with Departmental Honors and Dean’s List, 1995
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Mr. Cohen is a co-author of the book “Past, Present and Future: Guide to Leaving a Lasting Legacy.”
Honors
- Superb Attorney, AVVO
- Proclamation in honor of Outstanding Service Contributions to the City, Council of the City of New York
- The City Council of New York Awards Albert Cohen, Esq. the prestigious award for Outstanding Service Contributions to New York City for his philanthropic support to numerous charitable events and noble causes., Proclamation for outstanding community work, New York City Council, 2010
- Community Leadership Award in recognition of Community Leadership, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer
- Member, The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers 2015.
- Congress of Senator Charles Schumer Presented Albert Cohen, Esq. with the prestigious Community Leadership Award at the annual Legislative Breakfast in NYC, Outstanding Community Work, US Senator Charles Schumer, 2010
- Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States, where membership is limited to attorneys who have won million dollar verdicts and settlements (less than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members)
- Member, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys.
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Avvo Top Contributor: This award is granted to attorneys who have significantly contributed to Avvo.com by answering questions in the Q&A forum, publishing legal guides, or other meaningful contributions to the Avvo community.
Office location for Albert Cohen
104-70 Queens Blvd.
Suite 312
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 347-315-8716
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2016 - 2023, 2025 - 2026
