Austin Murray Cohen

Austin Murray Cohen

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

201 Steele Street, Suite 210, Denver, CO

About Austin

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 12 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kontnik | Cohen, LLC

201 Steele Street, Suite 210, Denver, CO, 80206

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Austin Murray Cohen's Reviews

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24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rhett | May 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Finally! An attorney you can trust

As a former NFL player, I’ve seen firsthand how people can fall victim to excessive litigation when it’s not warranted and abuse of the system when it comes to children and financial obligations. When I found myself in a difficult situation, I knew I needed someone sharp, reliable, and experienced to... help protect what matters most—my children and my future. Austin’s approach was surgical and strategic, but he was also raw, honest, and open to discomfort in a way that brings the truth to the surface. He tactfully navigated difficult challenges, and the result was the best possible outcome for my kids and me. The way he explained everything in the written position statements before the hearing made it easy to understand difficult concepts. When we were in court during the trial, he knew when to push and when to hold back. He was clam, commanding, and relentless on cross exam. When interacting with the Judge, he knew the rules and has this way of commanding respect without raising his voice. It was like watching someone at the top of their game. You want Austin on your team. People in my situation often are taken advantage of financially, but that did not happen here. He was very fair in his billing, and I thought my costs would be higher than what it ended up costing. While my case was happening, Austin also won a case at the U.S. Supreme Court, which I know is like winning the lawyer Super Bowl, but even a win at such a high level didn’t cause him to treat my case with any less attention. He is a true professional. I highly recommend Austin to anyone who needs a skilled, trustworthy attorney, who will be in your corner.

Posted by Ned | June 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A great guide confidant for a tough time.

Austin Cohen was an invaluable resource and guide during a difficult time. My wife and I had mostly separate finances, each building assets in our own way, with a combined estate of more than $10 million. I didn’t realize how the courts would view this (as marital property), and that dividing it woul...d require complex valuations and backward-looking snapshots that would be hard to find or create. It felt invasive, and more complicated than I had imagined. When I called Austin, he immediately reassured me and explained the divorce process. He answered my questions without assuming any prior knowledge. Throughout, he respected my desire to keep things non-adversarial, although a more combative approach would have meant more billable hours for him. At the same time, he advised me about things we could do that might generate a better financial outcome for me, helping me understand the process of discovery and the role of potential outside experts. He advocated for my financial interests and acted as a sounding board, but ultimately allowed me to call the shots. He was available any time I needed, including by phone on short notice. I was grateful to have someone to talk to not only about the strictly legal aspects of the case but also about what I was going through. I hope I never need to use him again but I am grateful for the counsel and support he provided during a tough time and would recommend him to anyone else going through a divorce.

Posted by Charlie | August 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A professional, fair & effective lawyer

Austin and his team were excellent to work with in my divorce proceedings. Everyone I worked with were highly professional and very responsive in their communications. They did not advise me to fight issues that were not winnable for me and therefore did not accrue unnecessary billable hours. All the... hours I was billed were accurate and fair. He did an great job of negotiating an acceptable resolution amidst sometimes volatile emotions. I highly recommend Austin but hope to never need his services again.

Posted by Jamie | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Child Custody

Austin's knowledge, professionalism, and calming demeaner sets him apart from other lawyers. I called Austin in a frantic state HALF way through my case late one afternoon and he jumped right in. His willingness to take on my case without knowing much but acknowledging that we had a tight timeline be...fore our hearing was remarkable. Austin always made sure we were in close contact and spent countless hours working hard to help us reach an agreement without a contested hearing, which we did. I cannot thank him enough and would highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Child custody

Austin, was beyond excellent in handling my case. Worked day and night in the short time we had to prep for trial. He prioritized my situation first and foremost. He’s an expert at litigation and if you want to win then pick him.

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Austin Murray Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Cron

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 17

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"Austin is an excellent attorney who advocates zealously on behalf of his clients. Austin's strong work ethic and sharp legal mind will ensure that his clients receive the best result possible."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2013

Distinguished Service, United States Court Of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Hon. Helene N. White

2012

2nd Place (Advocate/Client Division), International Academy of Dispute Resoulution

2011

Distinguished Services, Ingham County Circuit Court, Hon. Rosemarie E. Aquilina

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Kontnik | Cohen, LLC

2016 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Coombe Curry Rich and Jarvis

2015 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Dufford & Brown, PC

2014 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Rathod | Mohamedbhai, LLC

2012 - 2013

Judicial Extern, United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Honorable Helene N. White

2010 - 2012

Student Law Clerk, Ingham County Circuit Court, Honorable Rosemarie E. Aquilina,

Associations

2018 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Colorado chapter)

Member

2018 - Present

American Institute of Legal Counsel

Member

2013 - Present

Colorado Bar Foundation

Member

2016 - 2017

Anti-Defamation League

Sturm Fellow

Education

2013

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

JD

2009

University of Northern Colorado

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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