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Matthew Cohen is a highly skilled and experienced attorney in the area of DUI and criminal defense. Matthew has over a decade of experience in Southern California courts where he has established great relationships with prosecutors and judges alike. He has a reputation as an aggressive and well-respected criminal defense attorney with a long history of success.
In his ten plus years of experience in criminal defense, Matthew has represented thousands of clients in felony and misdemeanor cases throughout southern California. Matthew is dedicated to all of his clients and works constantly to receive the results that his clients deserve. Matthew also gives all of his clients his personal cell phone number to ensure that they receive the attention that they need.
Matthew reunited with attorney Daniel Perlman, who he worked for years ago, after spending over seven years at The Law Offices of Hart J. Levin, specializing in criminal and DUI defense. Matthew, who lives with his family in the La Crescenta area, earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Binghamton University in New York, and his law degree locally from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Matthew utilizes his expertise to vigorously defend and protect every individual that he represents.
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17 years | 3,000 cases
17 years | 1,750 cases
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State: California
Acquired: 1998
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003
Mobile
355 S Grand Ave #2450, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
perlmancohen.com/
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124 Client Reviews
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Posted by Salfi | February 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unmatched Legal Expertise — Mathew Cohen is the Best!
I had an outstanding experience working with Mathew Cohen at Pearlman & Cohen Law Firm. From the very beginning, he was not only professional and knowledgeable but also deeply committed to fighting for the best possible outcome in my case. His expertise, sharp strategy, and attention to detail made a...
Posted by Robert | October 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Matthew Cohen, the best attorney in CA
Matthew Cohen is a dedicated, hardworking, knowledgeable attorney. He gave me the confidence and reassurance I needed when I was at my lowest point. I had no idea what to do and what to expect and he gave me the guidance I needed and he went to bat for me and hit a home run. From the bottom of my hea...
Posted by Nicole | July 06, 2023 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable & Compassionate Attorney
This was my first time navigating the Los Angeles Superior Court system. All the information I had to go on was what I had researched from Google, hence why I was finding great difficulty in even beginning to understand, let alone navigate through the courts judicial process. The hearing date...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Matt was just who I needed during my recent dark days, knowledgeable, reassuring, he frequently kept in touch with me, until the resolution of my case, putting my mind at ease when I needed it. I fully endorse him, and would choose him again without hesitation.
Posted by Alejandro cotero | December 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Matthew Cohen highly recommended
Thank you Matthew Cohen your legal advise and how you handle everything in a professional, proficient matter. You really do care about your clients and work to always get the best outcome you can. I appreciate your hard work so much. You've been a great help !! I definitely recommend you to anyone se...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known attorney Matthew Cohen for many years now. He's very honest, straight forward, and a really good attorney. I've seen him in court numerous times, as he zealously advocated for his clients, and knows how to handle himself in the courtroom. He is more than competent, and is one of the few attorneys in my belief that truly cares about his clients. So much so that I have personally referred cases to him, as I know he is more than capable in handling any criminal defense matter. If you have him as your attorney, just know you are in great hands."
"Matt is a hard-working, intelligent and caring lawyer who goes above and beyond for each of his clients. He's one of the most pleasant attorneys I've ever worked with and I'm glad to endorse him."
"The area of immigration law, in which I practice, and criminal defense, in which Mr. Cohen practices often intersect and I have been fortunate to work with Mr. Cohen on several cases. He has always proven to be a diligent, thoughtful, and intelligent advocate for his clients and I endorse him and his work without reservation."
"Matthew is a fantastic attorney. He's highly skilled and on numerous occasions I've seen other attorneys go to Matthew for help and advice on complex criminal/dui cases. He's one of the hardest working attorneys I've ever seen and his results are highly impressive."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt has taught me a lot about criminal law and courtroom procedure. Matt is an outstanding attorney who really cares about his clients"
"Matthew Jeremy Cohen is a rising star in the LA criminal defense scene. He truly listens to his clients and then works hard to achieve their goals. He realizes that getting results in criminal court requires thinking outside the box and his ability to get things done for his clients is miles ahead of many lawyers who have 10 years or more of criminal defense experience. If results matter to you and you are facing a criminal charge, he is the right guy to have on your team"
"Matthew Cohen is a superb and caring attorney. He is invested in his work as a defense attorney and is passionate about defending his clients. From work in the law, to family and friends, Matthew is an honorable and dedicated attorney. The low AVVO rating and the caution about his State Bar discipline arose from an incident shortly after graduating law school more than a decade ago, where he was unsupervised and untutored in a not well known area of law. Not only did he face up to his mistake and make it up to the client, but he has proven to the State Bar that he is worthy of his license to practice. He has worked very hard to put his unfortunate past behind him and has grown significantly from the experience. I believe firmly that that experience has improved his ability to bring empathy to the job and he works hard every day to make sure he is doing exactly what is needed for his clients... And I supervise him."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2003
updated on 08/28/2025This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
“The discipline occurred when first licensed and practicing Intellectual Property Law. Afterward, I have spent many years being properly trained as a criminal defense attorney and have been successfully practicing criminal defense without issue for over fifteen years.”
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Partner of the year, Daniel Perlman
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Associate of the Year, Daniel R. Perlman
2022 - Present
Partner, Perlman & Cohen LLP
2014 - 2021
Attorney, The Law Offices of Hart J. Levin
2011 - 2014
Attorney, The Law Offices of Daniel R. Perlman
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Law Offices of Matthew J. Cohen
2022 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
Case reduced to 2 moving violations (infractions)
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2022
DUI law and license protection
2012
Criminal Defense
2013
2013
2012
2011
English
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I was arrested for DUI,I passed Field Sobriety test, I couln't choose the breathalizer or blood test, I had difficulty breathing
23 Apr 2012
I'm in PC1000, will I be tested again after two negative urine tests, and one dilute?
18 Apr 2012
How long does it take DA to file charges after police take report on petty theft?
18 Apr 2012