Beth Cohn

Beth Cohn, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate · 4.6/5 rating from 1 verified client review

ShareholderatJaburg Wilk

Phoenix, AZ

Practicing business in Phoenix since 1981.

45+
Years practicing
4.6 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Beth Cohn is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Beth has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jaburg Wilk. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Phoenix, AZ
Experience
over 45 years
Known for
Business · Estate Planning · Probate
  • Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from Phoenix, AZ.
  • Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Beth Cohn: Beth Cohn is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Beth has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jaburg Wilk. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Beth takes on

Beth concentrates on business, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Beth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Beth takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Beth agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Beth takes estate planning matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Beth agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Beth takes probate matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Beth agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Beth takes real estate matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Beth agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Beth Cohn — business lawyer in Phoenix

Beth Cohn is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Beth has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jaburg Wilk. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Beth is a shareholder at Jaburg Wilk and has been practicing law for more than three decades. She chairs the firm’s Estate Planning and Business Law Department. As both a Tax Specialist certified by the State Bar of Arizona – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Public Accountant, she has a unique expertise in assisting her clients with their estate planning as well as closely held businesses. She has assisted hundreds of families – including ones with substantial assets – with their estate needs ranging from simple estate plans to complex multi-generational gifting plans.

Her expertise and wide range of experience in structuring business entities and succession plans allows her clients to take advantage of tax and business opportunities, as well as protecting the individual business owner’s assets from the reach of creditors. She assists families, closely held businesses’ owners, and individuals by providing succession planning, business planning and estate planning. Whether trusts, wills, powers of attorneys, living wills or healthcare directives, Beth has the skills to help clients preserve the wealth they have created to benefit themselves, their family, and succeeding generations. She has also assisted in formation of (501(c)(3)) non-profits and assisted clients with charitable gifting.

Professional Ex

- Board Certified Tax Specialist

-Certified Public Accountant

-Appointed to the Tax Law Advisory Commission for the Arizona State Bar

-Active member and past board member of AZCrew, the premier Arizona association for female real estate professionals

-Member, Valley Estate Planners and Central Arizona Estate Planner

-Member, Professional Advisory Committee to the Arizona Community Foundation

-Member, Professional Advisory Committee (PAC), Jewish Community Foundation

-Former Member, Board of Directors and Current Member Finance Committee of Cancer Support Community of Arizona;

Awards and Recognition

- Best Lawyers in America- Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

- Phoenix Magazine - Top Lawyer, Tax Law, 2022

- Rated AV Preeminent from Martindale-Hubbell

- Henry Tom Outstanding Tax Attorney Award by the State Bar of Arizona Tax Law Section, 2019

- Top People to know in Commercial Real Estate, 2010

Working with Beth on a business matter

Beth is a shareholder at Jaburg Wilk and has been practicing law for more than three decades. She chairs the firm’s Estate Planning and Business Law Department. As both a Tax Specialist certified by the State Bar of Arizona – Arizona Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Public Accountant, she has a unique expertise in assisting her clients with their estate planning as well as closely…

Clients Beth works with

Beth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and probate matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Arizona State University

    J.D. · 1981

  • University of Wisconsin

    B.S. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Beth's state bar admissions

  • Arizona U.S. Tax Cou

    1981 · ACTIVE

Beth studied at J.D. in Arizona State University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin.

Law school and academic background

Beth completed J.D. in Arizona State University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Beth runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Beth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Beth Cohn's office in Phoenix

Beth's primary office is at Central Arts Tower, 1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, AZ, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Jaburg Wilk

Central Arts Tower, 1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200

Phoenix, AZ 85004

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Beth Cohn — 4.6/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Beth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Phoenix.

4.6

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Hiring guide

How to hire Beth Cohn — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Beth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Beth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Beth's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Beth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Beth

Beth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Beth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Beth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Beth Cohn

  • How much does it cost to hire Beth for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Beth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Beth offer a free consultation?

    Beth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Beth's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Beth's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Beth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Beth take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?

    Beth is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Beth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Beth?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Beth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Beth accepting new business clients right now?

    Beth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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