Jay Cohen, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practicing medical malpractice in Fort Lauderdale since 1978.
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Jay Cohen is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Jay has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Blostein PA.
- Based in
- Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale) (2024).
About Jay Cohen: Jay Cohen is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Jay has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Blostein PA.
Areas of practice
Jay's practice areas in Fort Lauderdale
Jay concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Medical Malpractice cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Jay takes medical malpractice matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Jay takes personal injury matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jay Cohen, medical malpractice attorney serving Fort Lauderdale
Jay Cohen is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Jay has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Blostein PA. Jay works from Fort Lauderdale, Florida and takes on medical malpractice matters across the region.
Florida attorney, Jay Cohen focuses his practice in Plaintiff Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. As a senior partner at Cohen, Blostein & Ayala, P.A., he represents individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic loss due to the negligence of others. His experience and professionalism have earned him membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates, peer recognition from Super Lawyers, Florida’s Legal Elite and The Best Lawyers® in America, and an AV Preeminent® rating by Martindale-Hubbell®. Twice, he has been named a Finalist in the DBR Most Effective Trial Lawyer in the Medical Malpractice category. He is also a recipient of America’s Top 100 Attorneys® Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Broward County Bar Association’s Professionalism Award.
Jay Cohen served on The Florida Bar’s Board of Governors for nine years and was a member of the Board of the Urban League of Broward County. He has taught law at Nova Southeastern University Law School and St. Thomas University School of Law. Jay was an undergraduate at the University of Florida and received his J.D. at South Texas College of Law.
How Jay handles medical malpractice matters
Florida attorney, Jay Cohen focuses his practice in Plaintiff Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. As a senior partner at Cohen, Blostein & Ayala, P.A. , he represents individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic loss due to the negligence of others. His experience and professionalism have earned him membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates, peer recognition from Super…
The kind of cases Jay takes
Jay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jay studied and practices
South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Jay's state bar admissions
Florida
1980 · ACTIVE
Texas
1978 · ACTIVE
Jay studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston.
Law school and academic background
Jay completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jay runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jay's legal honors and published work
Jay has received 16 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale)
2016
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — America’s Top 100 Attorneys Lifetime Achievement Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Broward County Bar Association’s Professionalism Award
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Fort Lauderdale) (2016). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Jay Cohen's office in Fort Lauderdale
Jay's primary office is at 100 Southeast Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33394. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cohen & Blostein PA
100 Southeast Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33394
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How to hire Jay Cohen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay'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; Jay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Jay
Jay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. Jay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jay Cohen
How much does it cost to hire Jay for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jay offer a free consultation?
Jay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Jay's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Florida typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Jay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jay take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?
Jay is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jay 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 Jay?
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. Jay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jay accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Jay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Jay handles medical malpractice matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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