Joel M. Cohen - Pensacola, FL
Attorney at Joel M. Cohen
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Pensacola, FL
2172 W. 9 Mile Road #154 Pensacola, FL 32534
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Pensacola Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- Drug Possession
- Bankruptcy Law
- Expungements
- Probate & Estate Administration
Attorney Information
Overview
Pensacola Criminal Law Attorney - Criminal Justice Advocate
More than 40 years Experience
Thank you for consulting with me today. Please take a few minutes to learn about my law practice and just how I can provide legal services to you.
Here are some things that you may find helpful in selecting me to assist you:
I grew up in New York City and came South in 1964 through my enlistment in the U.S. Air Force. Never looking back, I decided to remain and finished my formal education at Troy State University (Troy, Alabama, 1970) and Cumberland School of Law, (Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, 1973).
A brief taste of the criminal justice system as an Assistant Public Defender in 1974 provided valuable courtroom experience.
While all this practice development was going on, my family was growing roots in Northwest Florida. Two sons and two daughters blessed me between 1975 and 1985. They all helped in providing more education for me as a parent and community leader. The kids were educated in Northwest Florida and found their ways to diverse regions of the Country. Fortunately, they all found something worthy to do and I am proud of them. I am also proud of my granddaughter.
My wife, Gail and I remain here as empty nesters.
The years have brought us ups and downs, just like you.
My law practice focuses on those areas that families and small businesses require in our locale. I do not represent insurance companies, lenders or financial institutions.
Criminal justice has been my passion for many years. The idea of the a little guy being bulldozed by big government is repugnant.
Likewise, A just plain folks have gotten a raw deal from lenders and government. You work all of your life only to have the Afat cats on Wall Street manipulate your finances and your future.
I take great pride in providing legal services for my neighbors who have fallen on hard times due to the economy. Many people do not know that a Bankruptcy Petition is not the Akiss of death, nor does it carry the stigma it once did. With our specialized computer software, we can produce a trifecta series of credit reports from the three major credit reporting agencies. Your present credit score will be determined. Your 12 month post-bankruptcy credit score will be projected. You know where you are, financially. I can show you where you can go, once that crushing debt has been removed from your life.
Education
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Legal Education
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Cumberland School of Law, Samford University,
Birmingham,
Alabama, 1973
J.D.
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Cumberland School of Law, Samford University,
Birmingham,
Alabama, 1973
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Non Legal Education
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Troy State University,
Troy,
Alabama, 1970
B.S.
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Troy State University,
Troy,
Alabama, 1970
Current Employment Position(s)
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Sole Practitioner
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 1973
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Florida, 1974
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims, 1989
Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Alpha Delta
Reviews
Highlights
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5.0 Value
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Hired Attorney 2023-2024Great Attorney, Great Experience, Great Results. I had a very unique situation, my case required a knowledgeable, and very experienced Attorney in order for justice to be served in my favor. I consulted with a few attorneys who were all reluctant to take my case. I continued to search the web and I came across Mr. Cohen’s Law Firm website. I read the description of the legal services that he provides, also the details of his experience. I decided to call Mr. Cohen, I then explained my situation emailed him the details and waited for his response after his review of the documents. Mr. Cohen responded very promptly and he advised me that it may be an uphill push, but that all the possible outcomes are more in my favor. He explained all of the pros & cons in all honesty. That way I was able to make a conscious decision on how to proceed. Mr. Cohen reassured me that he was fully capable and prepared to meet any of the legal challenges with his knowledge and experience. He was very confident, and prepared. Which in turn settled my concerns that I would never receive justice in the matter. Hiring Mr. Cohen was the light at the end of a long journey. Mr. Cohen is very professional, responsive to all questions, very transparent, honest, and definitely puts the interests of his clients as top priority. I will recommend Mr. Cohen as a 5 star Attorney, and I will refer Mr. Cohen, and I will continue to hire Mr. Cohen for any legalities I may have in business, real estate purchases or sells etc. Great Person, Great Attorney!!! I truly thank you Mr. Cohen for your assistance. Thanks again.
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Hired Attorney 2023-2024Mr. Cohen settled my mom's estate. He was recommended by my mom's friends. Clear explanation of what work was to be done. Flat fee for work performed. Reasonable fees. Performed work in reasonable timeframe. Mr. Cohen made the legal ordeal simple for me and was very pleasant to work with.
Contact
2172 W. 9 Mile Road
#154
Pensacola, FL 32534
Phone: 850-748-5905
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.cohen-pensacolaattorney.com
Hours: By Appointment
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