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Kerri Bloom Cohen
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Biography
As a native of Baltimore, Maryland, Attorney Cohen has been practicing here for over 19 years and recently established this private practice after working for 11 years for the State of Maryland at the Office of the Public Defender as a felony defense trial attorney. She represented clients charged with serious felonies such as homicide, rape, robbery and drug charges among other crimes. Attorney Cohen has tried dozens of cases before Judges and Juries in the Circuit Court, District Court and Juvenile Courts.
Attorney Cohen graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arizona in 1998 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and English. Following graduation, she moved back to the Baltimore area and attended Law School at the University of Baltimore. She obtained her Law Degree in 2001 and gained hands-on experience while in law school working with the Family Law Clinic and also received her Certificate in Mediation. After graduation and awaiting the results of the Bar Exam, Ms. Cohen worked for the Honorable Judge John Philip Miller as a Law Clerk in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City. During her clerkship, Judge Miller handled one term of Family Law and one term in the Misdemeanor Jury Trial Courts.
Attorney Cohen was admitted to the Bar in December 2001 and she was hired by The Law Offices of Mead & Flynn to head their Family Law Division for one year. Afterward, she entered public service for the State of Maryland and the Office of the Public Defender where she stayed for 11 years until opening this firm.
The Law Offices of Kerri Cohen has the experience and the creativity to guide individuals in crisis and navigate the particular area of law with the utmost capability and compassion. The Firm concentrates on a wide range of legal matters, including FAMILY LAW, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, and CIVIL LITIGATION. We work hard to tip the scales of justice in your favor.
Tipping The Scales of Justice In Your Favor! Call for a Consultation - 410-657-2515
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
Family
30%
Criminal Defense
20%
Wills and Living Wills
10%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 24 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Kerri Cohen
(410) 505-0069
Fax
606 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 407, Towson, MD, 21204
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Posted by Kimberly | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended
I hired Kerri to represent me in my divorce. She is very caring and helped encourage me through this difficult time. She kept me informed and answered any concerns I had. She helped tremendous and I would recommend her highly.
Posted by MS | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Knowledgeable, Dedicated and Extraordinary Lawyer!
Kerri is a very extraordinary lawyer that is extremely thorough and knows her stuff. I have been through my fair share of lawyers throughout the years and she is the embodiment of what a true lawyer should be professionally and ethically. She was very dedicated throughout my custody case and pers...
Posted by Mitch | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Sanity amid chaos
Hired Kerry to help walk me through the separation procedures at the end of a 26-year marriage. I would have lost my sanity had I had to go through this without Kerry's professional assistance and personal compassion and understanding. We walked-away with everything we asked for and a little more. I...
Posted by Leon | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Kerri Cohen's Divorce Practices
I give Kerri 5 Stars! I wouldn't have received visitation or a divorce degree without Kerri's aggressive and fact-based approach to my case. My ex-wife was unexplainably difficult at every step of the process. Kerri navigated my case perfectly by focusing on the facts and showing how frivolous cla...
Posted by Janine and Mark | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent attorney!!!
Kerri professionally handled our custody case which was quite messy. After 10 months of hearings, emergency DSS in our favor, documents too numerous to mention; our girls are now safe and where they belong. To see their happy faces safe, sound and smiling I give her a big thank you! Kerri is a blessi...
Kerri Bloom Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Cohen is a conscientious attorney and tireless advocate for her clients."
"Kerri is a fierce advocate for her clients. She is settlement minded but also fights when it is necessary. Kerri is incredibly detail oriented, making sure that all aspects involved in the dissolution of a marriage have been addressed and being sure that her clients come out with the best results possible."
"Ms. Cohen was an excellent adversary on a case we recently had together. We worked well with each other in achieving an equitable and amicable resolution for our clients. Her client was very well served by Ms. Cohen and her thorough and effective representation."
"I recently completed a child custody matter with Ms. Cohen and we were able to collaboratively resolve the case in what might be record time. Ms. Cohen was responsive, reasonable, professional and a pleasure to work with."
"I had a case against Kerri a few years ago in Carroll County. She is an excellent attorney and did an amazing job for her client. I would highly recommend her to anyone searching for a family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kerri Cohen is a diligent and dedicated advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"Attorney Kerri Cohen is an outstanding attorney and highly effective advocate. I fully endorse and highly recommend her on a wide variety of legal services."
"I worked with Kerri as Co-Counsel on a matter and she was a pleasure to work with collaboratively. She was timely, polite, thoughtful, and bright. I commend her professionalism and work ethic."
"I have known Kerri for over 10 years and have always found her to be a tireless and fierce advocate for her clients. She is smart, experienced and dedicated and I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.kerri Cohen is an outstanding trial attorney. She spends the time to fully prepare every case and to understand the Client's needs. She goes the extra mile to make sure that nothing gets missed and that the best possible outcomes are reached. She is a true professional. She has my highest recommendation!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Kerri for years in the Baltimore City Circuit Court. She is tenacious, aggressive and smart. Her years of experience have resulted in her being well-known and highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
TOP LAWYERS 2015, The Global Directory of Who's Who
2015
2015 Client Satisfaction Award - 10 Best 2015, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Award for Excellence, State of Maryland
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Certificate of Appreciation, Office of the Public Defender
2009
Certificate of Achievement, Office of the Public Defender
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, The Law Offices of Kerri Cohen, LLC
2003 - 2014
Felony Trial Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender Maryland
2002 - 2003
Associate, Law Offices of Mead and Flynn, PA
2001 - 2002
Law Clerk for the Honorable Judge John Philip Miller, Circuit Court for Baltimore City
Associations
2016 - Present
Baltimore County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Beth ElBoard Member
2015 - Present
Maryland Volunteer Lawyers ServiceMember
2014 - Present
Bar Association of Baltimore CityMember
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2001 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2021 - 2022
Baltimore County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeVice Chair
2011 - 2012
Women DefendersCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony Drug Charges
Dismissal
Theft
Nolle Prosequi
Assault
Stet
Murder in the Second-degree
Not Guilty
Attempted Murder
Nolle Prosequi
Theft over $10,000
Not Guilty
Education
2001
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Arizona
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Public Defender Training
Charging Documents
2014
On Camera Interview
Police Brutality in Baltimore City
2014
Books before Hooks
What to do when police stop you
Publications
2015
Website
How to Expunge Your Record in Maryland
2015
Website
How to Expunge Your Record in Maryland
2015
Website: Law Offices of Kerri Cohen
How to Expunge Your Record in Maryland
2015
Who, What, Where
My Journey
2015
www.wordpress.com
Expunge It!
2014
www.cohenlegalteam.com
Legal Blog
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Am I the Plaintiff or Defendant in a custody/visitation modification?
11 Sep 2015
Q&A
Consequences for filing emergency custody
08 Aug 2015
Q&A
What does request to reissue summons mean
17 Nov 2014