Brian Joseph Cohan

Brian Joseph Cohan
Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

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Languages Spoken

  • English

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Brian J. Cohan has been in the practice of law since 1981. He has extensive experience in the fields of estate planning, litigation, contracts, commercial real... more

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5 star rating

“Professional Services with kindness”

Posted by: Linda, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: I was in need of an attorney and Brian was recommended by a trusted family member. My problem needed quick attention and He was able to provide that... more
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“President”

Posted by: Dave, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Brian is a straight shooter from beginning to end. He clearly guides you through his extensive areas of expertise in a very understandable and... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


Eric T. Perry

Brian is a highly accomplished lawyer and well versed in estate planning and probate matters as well as transactional matters. I highly endorse... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Eric Perry , Arlington Heights (IL), 8 months ago
Nejla Kassandra Lane

Several months ago, Brian volunteered to help me out on a real estate dispute matter. As a new attorney, I often rely on experienced fellow lawyers’... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Nejla Lane , Chicago (IL), Over 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

32 years since Brian Joseph Cohan was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1981 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Principal at Law Offices of Brian J. Cohan 1981–present
General Counsel and Chief Operating Officer at Brand Consultancy. 2008–2009

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
DePaul University College of Law Law Juris Doctor 1981
University of Arizona Humanities BA With Distinction 1977

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Northwest Suburban Legal Outreach 2002

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Northwest Suburban Estate Planning Council 2011–present
Member Trusts and Estates Section Illinois State Bar Association 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 10
Answers: 74 Legal Answers
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7 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
6 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Dying Without a Will Integrity Financial Brief 2011
The Estate Tax Debacle of 2010 Financial Planning Newsbrief 2010
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
FACTA Reporting Requirements for High Net Worth Individuals Kinsley HNW Seminar 2011
Income and Estate Tax Changes for 2010 Tax Planning 2010
See all 7 speaking engagements