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I graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1985. I was an associate with attorney Lansing Roy practicing Florida bankruptcy law. In 1992 I joined my current firm of Ruff & Cohen, P.A. in 1992. I have handled, on behalf of debtors, in excess of 100 Chapter 11 reorganization cases, several thousand Chapter 7 cases, several hundred Chapter 13 cases, and even some rare Chapter 12 cases. I have over25 years of legal experience. I am admitted to every Florida bankruptcy court. I have successfully handled bankruptcy appeals in the Florida state courts, in federal Bankruptcy and District courts, and at the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Ruff & Cohen, PA, 1756 University Blvd. South, Jacksonville, FL, 32216
Ruff & Cohen, P.A., 4010 Newberry Road, Ste. G, Gainesville, FL, 32607
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Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Lisa Cohen is simply AMAZING!!!
Calling Lisa Cohen is the BEST course of action you can take if you are considering bankruptcy! She is professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic. We were treated with kindness and dignity from the start. She explains everything you must do in an organized, simple manner. Just follow her directions!...
Posted by Joe | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
A kind, compassionate, skilled, professional
Before I called Lisa Cohen about my financial issues I was overwhelmed with feelings of dread and anxiety. After our first consultation I felt hope for the first time in years. She explained every detail of the bankruptcy process in an easy to understand fashion and never made me feel rushed or press...
Posted by Katherine | June 16, 2015
Outstanding lawyer and law firm!
Lisa was really wonderful. She was prompt, professional, and i knew my case was in excellent hands. She answered all my questions and I never felt rushed or like I was wasting her time asking anything. very highly recommended.
Posted by George | April 14, 2015 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Superb Bankruptcy Attorney
Lisa Cohen is a consummate professional. She handled my Chapter 7 filing with compassion and the highest level of professionalism. I had a complex case, with many factors to be considered. She went the extra mile to thoroughly research and analyze alternative courses of action, and recommended a solu...
Posted by Frederick & Shiela | January 16, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Great Firm with trustworthy lawyers
If you are looking for a bankruptcy attorney- look no further. Lisa Cohen helped us through an overwhelming time in our lives. Mrs. Cohen thoroughly explained the bankruptcy process, reviewed our options and discussed in detail the impact of our choice. We would definitely recommend Mrs. Cohen an att...
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2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
BV Ratedll, Martindale-Hubbell
1985
Book Award, Estates and Trusts, University of Florida College of Law
1984
Book Award, Evidence, University of Florida College of Law
1984
Book Award, Environmental Law, University of Florida College of Law
1982
Graduate Fellowship, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
1992 - Present
Attorney, Ruff & Cohen, PA
1985 - 1992
Attorney, Lansing J. Roy, P.A.
2011 - Present
Jacksonville Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Clay County Bar AssociationMember
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Court ordered that debtor's plan could not propose twenty year straight amortization of mortgage on commercial property.
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
IRS prevailed on issue of whether the Bankruptcy Code was unconstituional as applied
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Court ruled in Lisa Cohen's client's favor and awarded sanctions against U.S. for bringing suit
Lisa Cohen's client prevailed
Owner's association prevailed.
1985
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude
2007
Foreclosure Law
2007
2006
Florida Exemption Law
2005
Changes in Bankruptcy Law Affecting Tax Collectors
2005
Means Testing Under BAPCPA
1994
Dischargeability of Tax Debts in Bankruptcy
1986
English