$ 300-400 per hour
Adam Sean Cohen
also known as Adam Sean
About Adam
Biography
Adam Sean Cohen has been admitted to the practice of law before the Supreme Court of the United State of America; the United States District Court for the District of Maryland; and the Maryland Court of Appeals.
He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1993 where he studied criminal justice and criminology. He received his Law Degree from Widener University School of Law in 1996.
He is a partner in THE COHEN LAW FIRM, A Professional Corporation, which is a general practice providing representation including Criminal, Civil, Landlord/Tenant, Collection, Family Law, Juvenile, Workers’ Compensation, Police Misconduct, Traffic . . . etc.
He has served as (1) President of the Bar Association of Baltimore City; (2) President of the Baltimore Bar Foundation; (3) Trustee of the Monumental Bar Foundation, (4) Executive Committee of Citizenship Law Related Education Program Committee (CLREP); (5) Professionalism Course Faculty and Committee; (6) Executive Committee of the MSBA Leadership Academy; (6) Vice President, A Step Closer Foundation, Inc.; and (7) Board Member of Tuerk House, Inc.
In 2002 he was invited to become a fellow in the highly selective ranks of the Maryland Bar Foundation. In 2005 he was again honored and invited to become a fellow of the Baltimore Bar Foundation.
He is the Past Chair of the Maryland State Bar Association Public Awareness Committee, a position he held from 1999 - 2007; Past Chair of BABC, CLE and Events Committee where he served from 2006-2007; Past Chair of the Membership Committee where he served from 2002 - 2004; and Past Chair of the Partnership in Education Committee where he served from 1997-2001.
He is also a member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association (MCDAA); and the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ).
He has won the following awards/honors:
1. 2010 Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star
2. 2009 Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star
3. 2006 Maryland Bar Foundation, Legal Excellence Award for the Advancement of Unpopular Causes
4. 2003 Daily Record Leadership in Law Award
5. 2002 Bar Association of Baltimore City Presidential Award
6. 2002 Baltimore City Teen Court Volunteer of the Year
7. 2000 Fellow - MSBA Leadership Academy
He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1993 where he studied criminal justice and criminology. He received his Law Degree from Widener University School of Law in 1996.
He is a partner in THE COHEN LAW FIRM, A Professional Corporation, which is a general practice providing representation including Criminal, Civil, Landlord/Tenant, Collection, Family Law, Juvenile, Workers’ Compensation, Police Misconduct, Traffic . . . etc.
He has served as (1) President of the Bar Association of Baltimore City; (2) President of the Baltimore Bar Foundation; (3) Trustee of the Monumental Bar Foundation, (4) Executive Committee of Citizenship Law Related Education Program Committee (CLREP); (5) Professionalism Course Faculty and Committee; (6) Executive Committee of the MSBA Leadership Academy; (6) Vice President, A Step Closer Foundation, Inc.; and (7) Board Member of Tuerk House, Inc.
In 2002 he was invited to become a fellow in the highly selective ranks of the Maryland Bar Foundation. In 2005 he was again honored and invited to become a fellow of the Baltimore Bar Foundation.
He is the Past Chair of the Maryland State Bar Association Public Awareness Committee, a position he held from 1999 - 2007; Past Chair of BABC, CLE and Events Committee where he served from 2006-2007; Past Chair of the Membership Committee where he served from 2002 - 2004; and Past Chair of the Partnership in Education Committee where he served from 1997-2001.
He is also a member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association (MCDAA); and the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ).
He has won the following awards/honors:
1. 2010 Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star
2. 2009 Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star
3. 2006 Maryland Bar Foundation, Legal Excellence Award for the Advancement of Unpopular Causes
4. 2003 Daily Record Leadership in Law Award
5. 2002 Bar Association of Baltimore City Presidential Award
6. 2002 Baltimore City Teen Court Volunteer of the Year
7. 2000 Fellow - MSBA Leadership Academy
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
30 years
Criminal Defense
25%
30 years
DUI and DWI
25%
30 years
Domestic Violence
25%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 29 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Adam Sean Cohen
3701 Old Court Road, Suite 11, Baltimore, MD, 21208
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Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best decision I've ever made!
Words cannot begin to describe the level of care you receive from Adam Sean Cohen. I got in touch with Adam shortly before my case instead of using a public defender. From the beginning when I first contacted him he showed a level of knowledge on the situation and judges that was unprecedented. He is...
Posted by Andrea | May 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very professional and reassuring!
First time DUI with assorted traffic charges. I was very anxious to get the best possible outcome, of course. Adam took time to talk to me and answer all my questions on the first phone call. I immediately knew he was the one to hire. He was thorough and well prepared for our court date. I got a grea...
Posted by James | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing Representation
Adam was wonderful representing me and got a not guilty verdict, unfortunately I had to hire him because of a charge against me and hopefully I will not need his services again but if I do need a criminal lawyer I will definitely be hiring Mr. Cohen again.
Posted by Haris | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hardworking, Professional and Very Knowledgeable. Highly Recommend!
From day one Mr. Cohen was extremely helpful, understanding and very professional. He was always on point and able to instantly address any concerns throughout the process. When he could not he made every effort to research a solution. He went above and beyond what he was hired to do (i.e. prevent a ...
Posted by Gary | August 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Awesome
Mr.Cohen was referred to me by one of his previous client's. He is all the hype & more. Thorough throughout the whole process covering all the bases. Definitely prepared to defend me, rather than taking the easy way out.You could just tell that he wants to win. And he did! Mine was an appeal case & ...
Adam Sean Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Adam is an excellent DUI attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I endorse Adam. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cohen has a wealth of experience and knowledge. I highly recommend for any legal need."
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently conferred with Mr. Cohen regarding a criminal defense matter. Based on my conversation with him, it was immediately clear that he is incredibly knowledgeable of the law, fights hard for his clients, and is a valuable member of the Maryland criminal defense community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. As co-counsel on two complex matters, he brought a wide range of skills to the trial table. His pretrial preparation was thorough; he was particularly adept at dealing with witnesses and was exceptional in preparing the case for litigation. At trial, he has a great presence in the courtroom, knows how to question witnesses with precise questions that get to the heart of the matter and Is always well armed with the relevant legal authority to present to the judge when legal issues, often complex in nature, arise."
"Hard-working and knowledgeable attorney who always fights for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is an excellent, trustworthy attorney who works harder for his client's that most any lawyer that I know."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is not only a highly regarded trial lawyer, he spends countless hours of his time working to advance the interests of the organized bar in the City of Baltimore. Of special interest, Adam is something of an expert in Greek and Roman mythology."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to meet Adam Sean through the Maryland State Bar Association's Leadership Academy. Adam served as a mentor to my class of Leadership Academy Fellows. Adam is intelligent and hard working. He goes the extra mile for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Excellent lawyer."
"I have had a front row view of Adam's practice of law and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending him to my closets friends or family. Adam is one of the most prepared and knowledgeable attorneys out there."
"Adam Sean Cohen is not only experienced with high profile criminal defense matters, he takes the time to work with every client diligently and zealously. His involvement in the legal community has earned him the respect of other attorneys and judges alike."
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Experience
Honors
2025
The 2025 Power List - Criminal Law, The Daily Record
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2024
Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2022
Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
SuperLawyers Rising Star, Baltimore Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
VIP List - Successful by 40, The Daily Record
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
SuperLawyers Rising Star, Baltimore Magazine
2009
SuperLawyers Rising Star, Baltimore Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
Legal Excellence Award for the Advancement of Unpopular Causes, Maryland Bar Foundation
2003
Leadership In Law, The Daily Record
2002
Presidential Award, Bar Association of Baltimore City
2002
Volunteer of the Year, Baltimore City Teen Court
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, THE COHEN LAW FIRM, A Professional Corporation
Associations
2006 - Present
Baltimore Bar FoundationLife Fellow
2005 - Present
Baltimore Bar FoundationTrustee
2004 - Present
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Maryland Bar FoundationFellow
1996 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
1996 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
Bar Association of Baltimore CityPresident
2010 - 2011
Bar Association of Baltimore CityPresident-Elect
2009 - 2010
Baltimore Bar FoundationPresident
2009 - 2010
The Tuerk HouseBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession of CDS
Convinced Judge to STRIKE conviction and GRANT Probation Before Judgment which is NOT a conviction
Drunk Driving and Accident
Got State to drop all charges except Driving While Impaired (which is a less serious offense) and was then able to convince judge to STRIKE CONVICTION and GRANT Probation Before Judgment which is NOT a CONVICTION and did NOT carry any MVA POINTS
Employee Theft - All charges dropped
I was able to get ALL charges DROPPED
Police Misconduct
Upheld on Appeal - $200,000 verdict (Plaintiff's original verdict for $600,000 reduced to $200,000 per Cap)
Education
1996
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Maryland, College Park
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
University of Maryland Alumni Connections Program
Careers in the Law
2011
Senior Seminar
Guilty by Association: Drugs/Alcohol in High School
2011
New Lawyer Admission Ceremony
What being a lawyer is really about
2011
New Admittees Ceremony
The Essence of being an Attorney
2011
Leadership Academy
Evolution into Leadership
2011
Law Links Orientation
Looking at a case from 3 sides
2011
Criminal Justice Class
The Courts, Jails and Police
2010
Maryland State Bar Association Annual Meeting
Handshakes to Tweeting
2010
Law Day
6th Amendment
2010
Good Morning Maryland
Lawyer Referral and Information Service
Publications
2013
The Cohen Law Firm - Facebook
Maryland Traffic Citations - How a molehill becomes a mountain !!!!!!!
Languages
English
Activity
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