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Matthew M. Cohen

Family Attorney at Vancouver, WA

5.0   5 reviews
Virtual consultation available
Virtual consultation available
  • State Years
    Oregon - OR 10 years
    Washington - WA 17 years
  • Licensed for 10 years
    State OR
    Acquired 2013
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 17 years
    State WA
    Acquired 2006
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Matthew

Learn Matthew’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Child custody
    25%
    Washington uses the word "Primary Residential Parent" to refer to what is commonly known as the parent with custody of their child. Likewise, Washington uses the word "Non Primary Residential Parent" to refer to what is commonly known as the parent who does not have custody of their child.

  2. Divorce and separation
    25%
    Washington uses the word "dissolution" to refer to what is commonly known as a divorce.

  3. Family
    25%
    Family law is a broad area of law that includes several topics relating to both married and unmarried people. For example, family law includes divorce, child custody, child support, parentage actions, domestic violence, marriage contracts and other related issues involving the family.

  4. Child support
    20%
    Issues involving child support involve incomes, insurance and other financial aspects of allocating the financial responsibility between the parents of a child.

  5. Marriage and prenuptials
    5%

"I'M FORTUNATE TO HAVE HIRED MATTHEW COHEN TO REPRESENT ME IN MY DIVORCE. IN MY OPINION, MATT DESERVES AN OVERALL EXCELLENT RATING. I WAS IMPRESSED BY MATT 'S DEDICATION TO HIS PROFESSION AND HIS METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL."

Attorney practicing family law in Southwest Washington. I look forward to helping you with your family law needs. 

 

 

 

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Cohen Family Law, LLC
900 Washington Street
Suite 800
Vancouver, WA, 98660

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2008
Client Review
I am fortunate to have hired Matthew Cohen to represent me in my divorce. In my opinion, Matt deserves an overall excellent rating. I was impressed by Matt 's dedication to his profession and his meticulous attention to detail. In addition, he is personable, energetic and funny. His sense of humor was invaluable during this difficult period.
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Posted by Michael | December 13, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Matthew Cohen delivered on every detail discussed pre-hire, with due diligence, and timely responses producing results!
When I found Matthew my divorce was stalled out for about two years. I had finally decide to wrap it up, and consulted a few firms. After my initial meeting with Matthew I was sold that he understood my case, and more importantly was focused on pushing the matter to a swift close. Upon awarding Matthew my trust, he immediately picked up the pieces of my messy "self service" filing. Fortunately I made that decision when I did, as my now ex was mounting a completely unsubstantiated case against me. Throughout the next couple months as her attorney did everything under the sun, Matthew was reassuring, and completely in control of the proceedings. He was able to clearly articulate to me every angle the opposition was taking and why. As well as explain to me the futility in their approach, and our counter measures. After the dust settled, and Matthew was able to enlighten the opposing counsel, on the actual letter of the law. Her attorney removed herself from the case shortly after this meeting. Matthew was steadfast in his initial assessment and game plan of pushing this sleepy case to an ending. Given the opportunity to go back on the offensive and moved forward with court proceedings which would have incurred more expense to me. Matthew again clearly laid out my options, and was able to negotiate an extremely favorable settlement for me. Saving me tens of thousands of dollars, which would have gone to his firm, and court costs. Once he was able to reach a negotiation (with a very difficult opposing party), the process to sign and finalize was swift and complete in a matter of days. I am very grateful to Matthew and his team for not only their attention to detail, and prompt professional representation, but also the ability to clearly lay a path to success and follow it to conclusion. I will recommend Matthew to all of my friends in any future matters involving family law. Thank you, Michael
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Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Superior Representation
I would not hesitate to recommend Matthew Cohen for any family law schenario. He chose to see me short notice and represent me with a full schedule. He gave my case his full attention despite fitting me in. Matthew takes time to get the facts and explain your position to you from both sides from a legal standpoint. He is professional, strategic, and extremely knowledgable. His fees are resonable and his communication is impeccable. I was also impressed that he is licensed in OR and WA.
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Posted by Kelli | January 14, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Child Custody Battle
My Family was blindsided with restraining order and custody papers. We quickly looked for an attorney to take our case in a quick time frame. We set up with an appointment with Matthew and Tessa Cohen. They were amazing from that moment on. That very day they represented us in court. We WON! The next case was a little more drawn out, but they helped us through it. They were so knowledgeable and straightforward. They told us what we needed to present and when it had to be filed. They presented previous cases to show the court what the law stated. They always let us know what to expect. They are amazing, and MY Family will forever be grateful to them and their expertise. A great TEAM!
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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2013
Knowledgeable, Confident, Honest
Aggressive, confident and extremely knowledgeable. This man knows what he is doing. He is honest and reasonable. Matt provided me with the best representation during a very difficult time in my life. He fought for me with wisdom and in a timely manner. I always felt he was truly working for my best interest. His fees were also very reasonable. I highly recommend retaining this attorney.
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AVVO RATING 8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Landerholm
  • 2018 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Cohen & Cohen, PLLC
  • 2012 - 2018
  • Attorney
  • The Law Office of Matthew M. Cohen PLLC
  • 2009 - 2012
  • Attorney
  • Stahancyk Kent Johnson & Hook P C
  • 2007 - 2009
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Education

  • Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A
  • University of Wisconsin, Madison
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • N/A

Associations

  • Washington State Association for Justice
  • Eagle Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Clark County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Washington State Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Alpha Kappa Delta-International Sociology Honors Society
  • Member
  • 1997 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Phi Delta Phi Honors Legal Fraternity
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Oregon State Bar
  • Member
  • N/A
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2021

Speaking Engagements

  • Southwest Washington Child Custody Seminar
  • Child Custody
  • 2010

Attorney endorsements

Received (16)
Given (63)
Endorse Matthew
Family Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Matt is well respected and hardworking and I recommend him completely. Go hire Matt today."
Family Attorney | Jan 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Fantastic attorney who is extremely knowledgable and well respected!"
Divorce and separation Attorney | Feb 08
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Matthew is a kind, knowledgable, and effective advocate for his clients. He is well respected by his professional peers in the community. I endorse Matthew and his practice."
Family Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Matthew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Jan 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. He is ethical and committed to his clients."
Family Attorney | Oct 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Matt Cohen comes highly recommended. He does outstanding work for his clients."
Family Attorney | Aug 17
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked extensively with Matt in a prior firm, and have referred him many clients since then. If I were to personally need a family law attorney, Matt is who I would hire."
Family Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Practical and compassionate. Matthew has the ability to make his clients feel at ease during difficult times. In my opinion, he is by far the most loyal and committed attorney the state of Washington has to offer. Matthew always places his client's needs first and foremost without hesitancy."
General practice Attorney | Oct 23
Relationship: Family member
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Immigration Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Matt is a detail oriented and dedicated attorney. His clients can expect the best when he's representing them. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing excellent counsel during the most trying time in their lives."
General practice Attorney | Jan 21
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
General practice Attorney | Dec 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Vancouver Family Lawyer Matthew M. Cohen
Matthew M. Cohen
Family Attorney
Vancouver, WA
Licensed for 17 years
Virtual consultation available