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Jeffrey L. Cohen
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Biography
I have been handling tax issues with the Internal Revenue Service and Georgia Department of Revenue since 1984. We deal with a variety of tax controversies, and have been very successful with innocent spouse cases, audits, wage and bank levies, offers in compromise, and collection appeals. We represent individuals and small businesses, including tax return preparers, handle sensitive audits, IRS and Department of Revenue appeals, challenge payroll tax and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty assessments, as well as cases that have to go to U.S. Tax Court and the Georgia Tax Tribunal. Additionally, we represent small businesses and their owners in a variety of matters, such as contract review, acquisitions and sales of business, and other corporate and LLC transactions. Lately, I have represented and advised accountants and tax return preparers who have been either audited or penalized by the Internal Revenue Service or the Georgia Department of Revenue due to negligence or mistakes in preparing tax returns for their clients.
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Licensed in Georgia for 45 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 47 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
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Jeffrey L. Cohen, P.C.
1100 Abernathy Road, Building 500, Suite 700, Atlanta, GA, 30328
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Practice Areas
Tax (79)
Debt Settlement (11)
Business (9)
Contracts & Agreements (7)
Estate Planning (3)
Lawsuits & Disputes (3)
Appeals (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Litigation (2)
Mergers & Acquisitions (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Elder Law (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Partnership (1)
Probate (1)
Real Estate (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (60)
Practice Area Knowledge (55)
Recommendation (46)
Advocacy (39)
Professionalism (36)
General Knowledge (27)
Responsiveness (21)
Character & Conduct (17)
Communication Style (17)
Cost of Services (17)
Trustworthiness (14)
Compassion (9)
Payment Plans (3)
Punctuality (3)
Free Consultations (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 26 - 30 of 55 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by James | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Tax IRS Audit
Mr. Cohen was referred to me by a friend as someone I could trust while working through my issues with an IRS audit. I was assured that he had the knowledge and experience necessary. Everything was worked on so professionally. Always felt my interests were important to him and that it was most impor...
Jeffrey Cohen
Replied last May 18, 2017Your case was one that definitely made all of us here very happy. Not every day do we get someone a tax reduction of over $325,000! The lesson in your case is that the IRS is often wrong when they disallow deductions or make assumptions about a taxpayer's business motives.
Posted by Michael | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Help with Back Taxes
Back in 2010 my wife and I sought help from Jeff Cohen with regard to issues with the IRS and years of back taxes. Like so many other people who find themselves in the same situation, the threat of back taxes, interest and penalties can be a nightmare to deal with. Something that no one should deal...
Jeffrey Cohen
Replied last April 20, 2017Thanks so much for your kind words. Unfortunately, you were just two of thousands who have been scammed by the large number of "tax resolution companies" that advertise heavily. Their advertisements are good, and it was not your fault that you were defrauded and misled. Serious tax problems with the IRS call for professional representation, and I caution anyone who calls me and is considering one of those firms not to fall for their false promises. I am so happy that you are satisfied with the resolution of your IRS case.
Posted by Betsy | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Excellent attorney
Jeff Cohen has capably and professionally handled several issues for me in incorporating my business, wills and legal advice. He has been my attorney for ten years and I highly recommend him.
Jeffrey Cohen
Replied last April 04, 2017Thank you for your positive comments. We love to be available for and represent clients for their long term needs.
Posted by Tony S. | March 15, 2017 | Administrative Law
IRS Tax Defiecincy Notice Dismissed
I contacted Jeff Cohen in sort of a panic after receiving a notice of deficiency from the IRS. I only had a few days to file a response and request for a hearing in Tax Court. Needless to say, it was a big deal as the IRS was trying to charge me over $85,000 in tax and fines. Mr. Cohen actually ...
Jeffrey Cohen
Replied last March 15, 2017Thanks for the recommendation. Going to Tax Court at the last minute is not so uncommon, and we are glad it worked out so well for you.
Posted by Ann S. | March 15, 2017 | Tax
Very knowledgeable and experienced.
My husband and I have been Jeff Cohen's clients since 2009. Jeff has been a great advisor and very diligent in helping us to deal and resolved issues with the IRS. Dealing with the IRS is extremely stressful and having a trusted, experienced advisor that cares for you is critical in order to arrive...
Jeffrey Cohen
Replied last March 15, 2017Thanks so much for your recommendation. You are correct that dealing with the IRS can be stressful, so I try to keep that in mind when dealing with my clients who are experiencing that stress.
Jeffrey L. Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cohen is a very knowledgeable and effective attorney for his clients."
"When bankruptcy isn't the right option for my clients' tax problems, I refer them to Jeff Cohen. I endorse Jeff as a top-notch tax advocate for his clients."
"Jeff has substantial experience in dealing with tax problems and tax controversies, including dealing with the Internal Revenue Service and Georgia Department of Revenue."
"Jeff Cohen is my friend and a former partner. He is bright, organized, and knowledgeable in tax law. I would recommend him without hesitation for trust and estate work and defense representation for tax problems."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cohen is highly skilled, experienced and professional."
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"I endorse this lawyer. His practical advice, based on sound legal grounds, demonstrates rare legal acumen,"
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is a brilliant tax and transactional lawyer. He is a talented negotiator and can simplify complex issues. The clients I send to Jeff are always pleased. He gets cases resolved efficiently which proves cost effective for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff knows his stuff on tax and business law."
"Jeff is very knowledgeable, and we were able to obtain favorable results for our client."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who
2014
Georgia's Top Rated Lawyers-Taxation, Lexis Nexis Martindale Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Of Counsel, The Bomar Law Firm, LLC
2006 - 2017
Partner, Cohen, Cooper, Estep & Allen
1986 - 2006
Partner, Land, Cohen & Keon
1984 - 1987
Adjunct Professor, John Marshall Law School
Associations
2010 - Present
Georgia Department of Revenueliaison committee
1998 - Present
North Atlanta Tax CouncilMember
1995 - Present
ABA IRS Liaison CommitteeMember
1984 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Tax Law SectionMember
1981 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2021 - 2022
State Bar of Georgia, Taxation Law SectionChairperson
2010 - 2016
Jewish Family and Career ServicesCo-chairman, Legal Panel
1997 - 1999
Sandy Springs Bar AssociationPast Vice President
1987 - 2018
Perimeter Insiders Networking GroupPast Director
1986 - 2006
Georgia Association of Business BrokersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Perkinson v. Department of Revenue
Total victory for our client.
Georgia Dept. of Revenue v. B&B Accounting
Victory for our client
Sorrentino v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Victory--Judge found that client was not liable on the joint tax return
Moore v. Department of Revenue
victory for client in Georgia Court of Appeals
Marzullo v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Education
1982
Emory University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1978
University of North Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Duke University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
SCORE New Business Seminars
Legal Aspects of Starting a Business
Publications
N/A
Atlanta Business Chronicle
You May File April 15, But IRS Works All Year
N/A
New and Small Business Journal
The Legal Corner: Leasing Strategies for New and Small Business
N/A
Atlanta Magazine
A Three-Pronged Look at Setting Up Your Business
Languages
English
Spanish
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Is it safe to travel out of the country?
20 Aug 2025
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Is it legal he foraged my signatures on federal tax document. and what can i do about this. he’s adversarial and nefarious ?
30 Jul 2025
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Tax fraud situation?
26 Jun 2025