Mark R. Cohen, General Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on General and Slip & Fall
AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Philadelphia, PA
Practicing general in Philadelphia since 2005.
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Mark R. Cohen is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Mark has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
- Based in
- Philadelphia, PA
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- General · Slip & Fall
- Handles General and Slip & Fall matters from Philadelphia, PA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark R. Cohen: Mark R. Cohen is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Mark has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on general and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Mark takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Mark takes slip & fall matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark R. Cohen — general lawyer in Philadelphia
Mark R. Cohen is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Mark has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Mark R. Cohen, Esquire, is a personal injury trial lawyer who devotes his law practice to zealously advocating for plaintiffs in premises liability cases in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
In his over 18 years of private law practice, Mark has solely advocated for plaintiffs in catastrophic personal injury cases. In addition to premises liability, Mark has experience advocating for plaintiffs in medical malpractice, product liability, pharmaceutical products, motor vehicle accidents, and child sexual abuse cases.
Mark served as a judicial law clerk in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Cape May County, Civil Division, for the Honorable Joseph C. Visalli, J.S.C. (Ret.) during the 2005-2006 Court Term. Following his judicial clerkship, Mark began practicing as a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer. Prior to joining Morgan & Morgan, Mark was an attorney at a nationally recognized firm fighting for the victims and survivors of child sexual abuse.
He earned his J.D. from Rutgers Law School in 2005. While at Rutgers Law, Mark was a Notes Editor for the Rutgers Journal of Law and Urban Policy, and he was a Henry J. Raimondo Legislative Fellow with the Eagleton Institute of Politics. He also served as a summer associate with the City of Philadelphia Law Department.
Mark serves as an arbitrator in the Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County, Civil Trial Division. He also serves on the Eagleton Institute of Politics Alumni Committee. He is an active member of the Katz Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Southern New Jersey.
Mark is a native of Cherry Hill, New Jersey. He enjoys spending his personal time with his family and friends. His interests include hiking, walking the boardwalks at the Jersey Shore, playing basketball, watching the 76ers, Eagles, Phillies, and Rutgers sports teams compete, and reading books – biographies, history, and current events.
Memberships
• New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ)
• Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association (PTLA)
• Louis D. Brandeis Law Society
How Mark handles general matters
Mark R. Cohen, Esquire, is a personal injury trial lawyer who devotes his law practice to zealously advocating for plaintiffs in premises liability cases in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. In his over 18 years of private law practice, Mark has solely advocated for plaintiffs in catastrophic personal injury cases. In addition to premises liability, Mark has experience advocating for plaintiffs in…
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and slip & fall matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Rutgers Law School
J.D. · 2005
Rutgers College
B.A. Political · 2002
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2006 · ACTIVE
New Jersey United St
2005 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Rutgers Law School and B.A. Political in Rutgers College.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Rutgers Law School and B.A. Political in Rutgers College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
New Jersey Association for Justice
NJAJ) Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association (PTLA · membership
Locations
Mark R. Cohen's office in Philadelphia
Mark's primary office is at 2005 Market Street, Suite 350, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark R. Cohen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark R. Cohen
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple general 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Mark is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new general clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Mark handles general matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
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