David Cohen, Business Attorney in Mountain View, California
Over 48 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatCohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation
Mountain View, CA
Practicing business in Mountain View since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Cohen is a member based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Business. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Mountain View, CA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Business
- Handles Business matters from Mountain View, CA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Cohen: David Cohen is a member based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Business. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Mountain View, California
David takes business matters in Mountain View, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Cohen — business lawyer in Mountain View
David Cohen is a member based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Business. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Cohen is a lawyer practicing corporate law. David received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. David practices at Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation in Mountain View, CA.
David's approach to business cases
David Cohen is a lawyer practicing corporate law. David received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. David practices at Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation in Mountain View, CA.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in Mountain View and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1977
Brown University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
1978 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
David Cohen's office in Mountain View
David's primary office is at 455 N. Whisman Rd., Ste. 100, Mountain View, CA, 94043. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cohen & Ostler A Professional Corporation
455 N. Whisman Rd., Ste. 100
Mountain View, CA 94043
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Client reviews of David Cohen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Mountain View.
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How to hire David Cohen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Mountain View, California
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 David
David 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David'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 David Cohen
How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Mountain View?
David is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new business clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Mountain View, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Mountain View1,196 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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