Adam Sean Cohen

Adam Sean Cohen

also known as Adam Sean

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Car Accidents

3701 Old Court Road, Suite 11, Baltimore, MD

About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Facing criminal charges is the singular worst situation anyone can face. Although I am not in control of the outcome, I will do everything in my power to position my client for the best result. As a trial attorney, I am ready to fight the State !

30 years

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

The ramifications of being charged with any traffic offense can be severe. Regarding your privilege to drive, the clock starts ticking with DUI & DWI's. I will do everything in my power to protect your privilege to drive and your liberty.

30 years

30%
Domestic Violence 30%

These cases are very stressful and there is a lot at stake. I provide my clients with a sense of security that someone has their back. I am able to help with Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Visitation, Peace and Protective Order hearings.

30 years

30%
Car Accident 10%

Being injured in an accident (car, truck, motorcycle) can be very inconvenient and sometimes life changing. I can guide you through this nightmarish process and make sure that your rights are protected and that you obtain the proper compensation.

30 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Adam Sean Cohen

3701 Old Court Road, Suite 11, Baltimore, MD, 21208

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Adam Sean Cohen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Mike | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Genuine care and empathy for you and your family.

You will not find a Defense Attorney that will work harder for you than Adam. I was facing some serious charges and Adam rolled up his sleeves and battled for me. His preparation for every court appearance was remarkable. The man is a real litigator while also displaying compassion and a very genui...ne interest in the outcome of your case. This could be one of the most difficult times in your life, but Adam will communicate with you every step of the way to help ease some stress. If you want someone you can trust and also delivers results, you should give him a call. I’m VERY happy I did.

Adam Cohen

Replied last July 30, 2025

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with my representation. I especially appreciate that you titled it "Genuine care and empathy for you and your family". I am humbled that you recognized my emotional investment in your case. I may sound like a broken record, but, THANK YOU for giving me the opportunity to stand by your side during the very difficult circumstances you were facing. I know you had a lot of legal options, but, I am HONORED that you chose me. I am so glad that we were able to reach an excellent resolution for you and reclaim your future. I wish you the best of luck!

Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Legal Representation

I cannot thank Adam Cohen enough for his exceptional work in handling my case. I was facing serious charges that could have completely derailed my career as a young professional, and I was understandably anxious about what the future held. From the very beginning, Adam demonstrated not only his legal... expertise but also an incredible level of personal attention and care. Throughout the entire process, Adam was always available to answer my questions and keep me updated, even outside of regular business hours. On weekends and after normal work hours, he would text me updates or simply check in to ease my nerves. I never once felt like I was being left in the dark or like he was too busy to give my case the attention it deserved. He made a difficult situation much more manageable with his clear communication and his genuine concern for my well-being. What really stood out to me was Adam’s ability to remain calm and personable. He never made me feel like I was just another case on his long list of clients. Instead, he always made time to listen to my concerns and gave me honest, straightforward advice. His approach made me feel like I was in good hands every step of the way. Thanks to Adam’s hard work and dedication, my charges were dropped, and I can now move forward with my life and career without the added weight of this case

Adam Cohen

Replied last January 10, 2025

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am so glad that we were able to get justice for you and reclaim your good name. Your review will help other potential clients get a sense about how I approach cases and interact with clients. I really do value how my clients feel about my representation. I am not a flash in the pan and pride myself on my consistent approach. It still feels nice that you experienced what I aspired to provide in the attorney client relationship. I am humbled and honored that you chose me to stand by your side through this ordeal. I wish you only the best. Thank you again, Adam Sean Cohen, Esquire

Posted by Lyn | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

MD Hit & Run

First I would like to thank everyone who made their honest review of Adam in this thread. With no personal knowledge or connection to any legal advisor you guys are my saving grace. I chose Adam and I never went wrong. I trusted solely the review here and thank God I did. I have been charged here in ...MD for fleeing the scene AKA Hit and Run. No Injury just damage to a car. I fled the scene because I didn’t see any damage. That is my defense but the million dollar question I can’t answer and kept beating me up “ Why did you left if you didn’t see any damage when you are there to shop? Charged with 3 citations with fines up to 1500 with maximum 6 months jail time, my life just turned upside down. Long story short I hired Adam to represent me in court and just prayed to God I made the right choice. I loss a lot of sleep it really put so much stress in me. I have never got in trouble with the law before and i would never wished this to anyone. The moment I hired Adam he started working on my case. He is always on top of things. I was able to get back on my feet and just left everything to Adam and he managed everything efficiently. On the Trial Day he presented my defense in the best possible way. Blow up pictures of the damage from the insurance company was presented to the state attorney. The pictures said it all you won’t see the damage unless you are in an angle to see it and the damage looked quite invisible in daytime rather nighttime. He did compare and contrast the pictures. But again the million dollar question comes up again and all I can say is I don’t know I panicked. Adam negotiated a very good outcome for me lowering down my case from a criminal violation to a traffic violation with a $50 fine. You can say I am lucky but Adam’s tactics are just awesome. Also he don’t sugar coat things. He is gonna tell you right in your face what the hell you did wrong and all of us need that. In conclusion, I got the best outcome I could ever imagined and I thank Adam for that!

Adam Cohen

Replied last May 20, 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on my representation. I am glad that you chose me to assist you and I am very pleased that you were satisfied with the outcome. As I tell every client, "I do NOT have a crystal ball" BUT I will do everything in my power to increase the odds for a great result. I am so appreciative that you recognized how hard I advocated for you. I hope you NEVER need my services again, but if you do, I am happy to try to help. I handle a wide variety of cases, not just criminal/traffic, so if I can not help you I will find someone that can.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Impressive Attorney

Adam walked us through the entire legal process. He was patient, kind and always available. We highly recommend him should you need a criminal attorney. He goes above and beyond to communicate timely. He explained the complex process to us in easy to understand terms. Service was amazing!

Adam Cohen

Replied last January 10, 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with my representation. Thank you, also, for your faith and trust as there are so many lawyers to choose from. Criminal cases are marathons and a client's wait for justice can be absolutely draining. I am so glad that the wait was worth it. Congratulations again and I wish you all the best in 2024.

Posted by Brian | October 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Detailed oriented and takes time to explain the process.

We recently worked with Adam on a case and was so happy we choose him. He thorougly explains ever step of the legal process and is extremely detail oriented. Neve once did we feel rushed as he took ample time to address any questions we had. Would 100% work with Adam again should we ever need legal h...elp in the future.

Adam Cohen

Replied last October 23, 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am aware how many lawyers are out there and it is truly an honor to have been chosen to help you. It means a lot to me that you recognized my approach to your case. Sometimes clients do not realize how much work goes into a case behind the scenes. I wish you all the best and thank you again for trusting in me.

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Adam Sean Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Adam
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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is an excellent DUI attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Bennett Wills

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cohen has a wealth of experience and knowledge. I highly recommend for any legal need."

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Stephen Shepard

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jeremy Eldridge

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Thomas Maronick

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Other

"Hard-working and knowledgeable attorney who always fights for his clients."

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Brian Thompson

General practice lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is an excellent, trustworthy attorney who works harder for his client's that most any lawyer that I know."

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Christopher West

Litigation lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Brandy Peeples

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Other

"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."

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William Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer."

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Rebecca Ripley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Franklin Muher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Stephen Shepard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Maronick

General practice lawyer

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Brian Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher West

Unknown lawyer

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Mary Smolarek

Unknown lawyer

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Brandy Peeples

Unknown lawyer

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J Cohen

Family lawyer

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William Welch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Franklin Muher

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Foundation

Life Fellow

2005 - Present

Baltimore Bar Foundation

Trustee

2004 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Member

2002 - Present

Maryland Bar Foundation

Fellow

1996 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

1996 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Bar Association of Baltimore City

President

2010 - 2011

Bar Association of Baltimore City

President-Elect

2009 - 2010

Baltimore Bar Foundation

President

2009 - 2010

The Tuerk House

Board 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)

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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

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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