Steven Michael Cohen

Steven Michael Cohen

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Litigation Lawyer at Amherst, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense

2410 North Forest Rd., Amherst, NY

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

38 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Civil Rights 30%

38 years | 200 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 30%

38 years | 500 cases

30%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Tiveron Law - Main Office

2410 North Forest Rd., Amherst, NY, 14068

Tiveron Law - Buffalo Office

155 Summer Street, Buffalo, NY, 14222

Tiveron Law - Lancaster Office

43 Central Avenue, Lancaster, NY, 14086

Tiveron Law - Lockport Office

770 Davison Road, Lockport, NY, 14094

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Steven Michael Cohen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Mitch S | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business

My Lawyer

Mr. Cohen has been my family's attorney for over 20 years. Steve is an attorneys attorney. Not only does he know the law, but he is well versed in all areas of law. He consulted with me & was able to coordinate all legal aspects of my business purchase. I am proud to not only consider Steve my attorn...ey, but also a close family friend.

Posted by Peter | January 04, 2012

An effective, caring attorney

Steve has represented both myself and my family in several different matters. He has always been exceptionally prepared and fought to protect our interests with incredible energy and diligence. He is one of the best attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of knowing & employing.

Posted by Family Friend | December 28, 2011 | Personal Injury

A lawyer you can trust. Honest and hard-working.

Steve Cohen is our family attorney and has handled a number of cases for our family over the 20+ years I've known him. He has professionally handled my personal injury suit, writing of my Will, the estate settling of my in-laws, civil matters both personal and business as well as just being a truste...d friend and legal adviser. He is straight forward and takes all his cases seriously. He is passionate about his work. I have never known a more trustworthy attorney.

Posted by paul | December 28, 2011 | Business

Steven M Cohen -Rapids Voluteer Fire Company lawyer

Mr Cohen has been our fire company legal counsel for the past 15 years. He has represented us very diligently in all matters brought to his attention . He has always keep our interests protected to which our general membership has been extremely happy with. Each and every concern we have has been and... still is dealt with in an efficient and timely manner. We highly recommend Steve for any legal issues one may encounter!

Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Steven M Cohen Review

has handled several vehicle and traffic matters for me with successful results. In addition to a strong legal background, his knowledge of the court system and of the judges and DAs in those courts around the state are all very helpful in bringing cases to swift and satisfactory conclusions.

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Steven Michael Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Hamilton

Litigation lawyer | Nov 15

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Paul Pochepan

Litigation lawyer | Apr 27

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Robert Michalak

Civil rights lawyer | Apr 27

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J Kelleher

Litigation lawyer | Apr 27

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Leonard London

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

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Jeffrey Tyrpak

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

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Catherine Aughey

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

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Ryan Johnsen

Litigation lawyer | Jul 28

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Unknown lawyer | Jan 25

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Michael Kuzma

Civil rights lawyer | Jun 08

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"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cohen is the kind of attorney I want in my corner. He is a fighter for social justice and does not shy away from the tough cases. If you want an attorney who will zealously represent you, Steve is the one for you!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

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"I endorse Steven. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jason Urbaniak

Discrimination lawyer | Jan 03

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"I've had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Cohen on a discrimination matter and his expertise and experience helped me reach an informed decision. I endorse him."

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Matthew Kolken

Litigation lawyer | Jan 18

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"Steve is one of the good guys. He works exceptionally hard for his clients, and always puts their interests above his own."

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Doreen Letty

Litigation lawyer | Sep 26

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Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

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Civil rights lawyer | Sep 26

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Litigation lawyer | Sep 26

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Upstate New York Super Lawyer- Civil Rights Law, Super Lawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated - Peer Review, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated - Judicial Review, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in New York State

2016

Legal Elite of Western New York, Business First

2016

Top Lawyers in New York, New York Times

2016

AV Preeminent Judicially Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawers

2016

Best Lawyers in New York State, Best Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Attorneys in New York, New York Times

2015

Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers in New York State

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top Attorneys in New York, New York Times

2013

Best Lawyers in New York State, Best Lawers

2013

Top Attorneys in New York, New York Times

2012

Top Attorneys in New York, New York Times

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer 2008 - 2011, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1998

Who's Who, Strathmore's Who's Who in Law

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Litigation Chair, Tiveron Law PLLC

1989 - 2009

Managing Partner, Lorenzo & Cohen

Associations

2010 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Western New York Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1992 - Present

American Association for Justice

Sustaining Member

1991 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Sustaining Member

1989 - Present

NYS Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1989 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

USA v. Holley

Not guilty of any felonies.

USA v. Rhodes

Not guilty verdict

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Education

1987

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2010

New York State Bar Association

Expert Witnesses: Frye, Daubert and Emerging Standards, 2010

2009

Civil Rights Symposium

Unjust Conviction and Wrongful Incarceration: When the System Fails, 2009

2008

STEP Conference, Rochester, NY

Legal Issues in EMS, 1992-2008

Publications

2004

Elder Law Winning the Will Contest Before Probate

1993

Erie County Bar Journal IRC Section 1244: An Entrepeneur's Hedge Against Losses

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