Sarah Cohen — Licensed Attorney
Over 12 years of legal practice
Of CounselatLondon Fischer LLP
New, NY
Practicing law in New York since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Sarah Cohen is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Sarah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP.
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About Sarah Cohen: Sarah Cohen is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Sarah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP.
Biography
About Sarah Cohen — Over 12 years of New York legal experience
Sarah Cohen is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Sarah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP.
Sarah Cohen represents real estate developers, construction management companies, and contractors in complex civil matters. Her practice focuses on commercial litigation, labor law, and general liability. Ms. Cohen has over 12 years of litigation and investigative experience in both the public and private sectors.
Prior to joining London Fischer, Sarah was an Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau of the New York State Office of the Attorney General. In that role, she prosecuted a variety of financial crimes including insurance fraud, criminal tax offenses, and healthcare fraud. Earlier in her career, Sarah served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn, where she prosecuted human trafficking, sex crimes, and child abuse cases in the Special Victims Bureau. In both roles, Sarah led long-term investigations in cooperation with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
At London Fisher, Sarah draws on her deep experience as a prosecutor in evaluating and investigating claims and developing successful litigation strategies on behalf of her clients.
Sarah continues to advocate for women and victims of gender-based violence through her participation in the Human Trafficking committee of the New York Women’s Bar Association.
The kind of cases Sarah takes
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice across New York.
Credentials
Sarah Cohen's legal education and bar admissions
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. Environmental · 2013
Kenyon College
B.A Political · 2008
Jurisdictions
Sarah's state bar admissions
New York
2014 · ACTIVE
Sarah studied at J.D. Environmental in Brooklyn Law School and B.A Political in Kenyon College.
Law school and academic background
Sarah completed J.D. Environmental in Brooklyn Law School and B.A Political in Kenyon College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sarah's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State Women’s Bar Association
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Locations
Sarah Cohen's office in New York
Sarah's primary office is at 59 Maiden Lane, New York, NY, 10038. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sarah Cohen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah'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; Sarah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Sarah
Sarah discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sarah's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sarah Cohen
How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in New York typically take?
Simple legal 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. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside New York?
Sarah is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sarah 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 Sarah?
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. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new legal clients right now?
Sarah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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