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When choosing an attorney, it is important to know a lawyer's credentials. C&C is regularly in the news, and is well known as a leader in the community.

Wayne Cohen has on numerous occasions appeared on local and national television shows and in print media. Specifically, he has appeared in The Washington Post, USA Today, The Legal Times, The Wall Street Journal (front page with photo), The Washington Times, The Montgomery Journal (front page with photo), CBS Evening News with Dan Rather, Fox News, CBS News, ABC News, NBC News, The Today Show, Dateline, WTOP Radio, Washingtonian Magazine, and Jet Magazine. He has also been invited to appear on Court TV, The Sallie Jesse Raphael Show, Prime Time Live, The Phil Donohue Show, and CNBC.

Washingtonian Magazine best described Mr. Cohen when it called him one of Washington's "most feared personal injury lawyers." Also, The Wall Street Journal described Mr. Cohen as “brash, aggressive, and enterprising.” Mr. Cohen is a former amateur boxer who zealously pursues his cases and has won millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for his clients. Mr. Cohen is a 1991 graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, cum laude, and received a Bachelor of Science, with distinction, from the University of Michigan, in 1988.

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• May 2, 2008: NBC4 Website - Fenty Announces Child Protective Services Reforms
• April 9, 2008: NBC4 News - Kim Brooks-Rodney discussed her client's, (Norman Penn Jr.), $25M lawsuit against the District of Columbia. Norman Penn Jr. is the father of Brittany Jacks, the eldest daughter allegedly killed by her mother, Banita Jacks.
• April 9, 2008: The Washington Post (Associated Press) - Father of 1 of 4 Girls Found Dead in DC Home Sues City
• April 9, 2008: The Examiner - Father of Dead Jacks Girl Files $25M Suit Against City
• April 9, 2008: The Examiner (Associated Press) - Father of 1 of 4 Girls Found Dead in DC Home Sues City
• April 5, 2008: The Washington Post - Forensic Expert to Aid In Review of Evidence In Children's Death
• March 14, 2008: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed former NY Governor, Eliot Spitzer's, prostitute scandal
• February 14, 2008: The Insiders - 99.9 The Fan (NC Station): Wayne Cohen discussed the Clemens/McNamee hearings
• February 14, 2008: The John Thompson Show - SportsTalk 980: Wayne Cohen discussed the Clemens/McNamee hearings
• January 22, 2008: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Interview with Jill and Wayne Cohen
• January 15, 2008: The John Thompson Show - SportsTalk 980: Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' six month prison sentence, the upcoming MLB steroid hearings, and OJ Simpson's bail being revoked.
• January 14, 2008: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' six month prison sentence, the upcoming MLB steroid hearings, and OJ Simpson's bail being revoked.
• December 19, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed the legal implications of the players named in Mitchell's steroid report. He also discussed Britney Spears' 16 year old sister, Jamie Lynn Spears' recent pregnancy announcement and whether or not her 19 year old boyfriend can be charged with rape in the state of Louisiana.
• December 11, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's sentencing, Isiah Thomas' appeal, and Barry Bonds' upcoming trial
• December 10, 2007: The John Thompson Show - SportsTalk 980: Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's sentencing
• December 3, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed the recent arrests of four men in connection with Washington Redskin Sean Taylor's death
• December 2007: Washingtonian Magazine: Wayne Cohen named one of "Washington's 2007 Best Lawyers"
• Fall 2007: GW Law School Magazine - Fifth Annual Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition Showcases Student Talent
• November 28, 2007: The George Washington University Law School Nota Bene - Students Participate in Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial
• November 22, 2007: The Washington Post - Letter to the Editor
• November 21, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed why the Red Hot Chili Peppers filed papers against Showtime Networks over the show's title "Californication." He also provided updates on Mike Tyson and Michael Vick.
• November 20, 2007: The John Thompson Show - SportsTalk 980: Wayne Cohen discussed why Michael Vick turned himself in early to jail
• November 16, 2007: The Washington Post - Home Run King Bonds Charged With Pergury (front page)
• November 16, 2007: The John Thompson Show - SportsTalk 980: Wayne Cohen discussed the differences between the Michael Vick and Barry Bonds cases
• November 16, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed Barry Bonds' indictment
• November 15, 2007: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the death of Kanye West's mother and Dr. Jan Adams' shady medical past. He also gave updates in the OJ Simpson case
• November 12, 2007: The George Washington University Law School Website - Dawna Anderson and Michael Williams Win Fifth Annual Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition
• November 9, 2007: Cohen & Cohen Sponsored the 5th Annual Mock Trial Competition At GWU Law School
• November 8, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed the possible outcomes of OJ Simpson's hearing scheduled for this afternoon as well as the fact that Britney Spears has been ordered to pay for Kevin Federline's attorney fees
• October 30, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed David Copperfield's rape accusation, the release of the Georgia teen who was serving a 10-year sentence for a teen sex charge, and the latest updates in the OJ Simpson case
• October 24, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed the speculation that Judge Roy Pearson, Jr may lose his reappointment as well as the recent developments in the OJ Simpson case
• October 17, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3WT Radio: Wayne Cohen discussed legal updates in the OJ Simpson, Michael Vick, and Larry Craig cases
• October 16, 2007: Fox 5 News - Wayne Cohen discussed things that Homeowners' Associations fail to tell you when purchasing a home
• October 12, 2007: Fox 5 News - Wayne Cohen filmed a segment about what Homeowners' Associations do not tell you when you purchase a home. The segment will air on Tuesday, October 16th
• October 8, 2007: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' admitted steroid use
• October 3, 2007: The John Thompson Show: SportsTalk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed various legal cases in the news including Isiah Thomas, Michael Vick, and Phil Spector
• October 3, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: 3WT Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of the Isiah Thomas/sexual harassment case
• October 2, 2007: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Britney Spears/Kevin Federline child custody battle
• September 27, 2007: The John Thompson Show: SportsTalk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed Isiah Thomas' sexual harassment case and Michael Vick's recent failed drug test
• September 27, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: 3WT Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed various legal cases in the news including Michael Vick, Senator Larry Craig, and Phil Spector
• September 26, 2007: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's state charges and Mike Tyson's recent drug arrest
• September 25, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: 3WT Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick case and Mike Tyson's recent drug arrest
• September 20, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: 3WT Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of OJ Simpson's bail hearing
• September 20, 2007: 3WT Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of OJ Simpson's bail hearing
• September 19, 2007: The John Thompson Show: SportsTalk980 - Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpon's bail hearing
• September 18, 2007: The Sports Junkies 106.7 - Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest and robbery, assault, burglary and conspiracy charges
• September 17, 2007: The John Thompson Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest and robbery, assault, burglary and conspiracy charges
• September 17, 2007: Washington Post Radio Afternoon Show - Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpon's arrest and robbery, assault, burglary and conspiracy charges
• September 17, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: Washington Post Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest and robbery, burglary and conspiracy charges
• Fall 2007: Washington's Finest Magazine - 5 Tips for Keeping Your Teenager Safe
• September 3, 2007: Legal Times - Will Superior Court Have a Rocket Docket?
• August 29, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show: Washington Post Radio - Wayne Cohen discussed various legal issues involving Idaho Senator Larry Craig, Lisa Nowak, and Michael Vick
• August 27, 2007: The John Thompson Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's plea agreement
• August 27, 2007: Washington Post Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's plea agreement
• August 22, 2007: The John Thompson Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting case
• August 21, 2007: Washington Post Radio Afternoon Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting case
• August 21, 2007: Washington Post Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting case
• August 20, 2007: Legal Times - Wayne Cohen commented on an incident in which a 47-year-old woman was mistakenly detained in a D.C. jail as a male inmate
• July/August 2007: Washington Lawyer - Adam Leighton Elected 2007-2008 Secretary of the Trial Lawyers of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.
• July 27, 2007: Washington Post Radio Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting indictment
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• July 19, 2007: The John Thompson Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting investigation
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• Summer 2007: Washington's Finest Magazine - 7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
• June 11, 2007: Legal Times - Adam Leighton Elected as TLA-DC's 2007-2008 Secretary
• May 2007: Washington Lawyer - Karen Kohn Has Joined Cohen & Cohen, PC
• Spring 2007: Washington's Finest Magazine - Tire Pressure Safety
• April 19, 2007: The Washington Post: Parents to Get $1.2 Million in Fatal Police Chase
• April 12, 2007: The Brian Mitchell Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the dismissal of the Duke lacrosse rape case
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• April 9, 2007: Legal Times - Karen Kohn Joins Cohen & Cohen
• March 22, 2007: Good Morning America - Wayne Cohen comments on hotel safety (TV clip)
• March 22, 2007: Good Morning America Website - Wayne Cohen comments on hotel safety
• February 20, 2007: Good Morning America - Wayne Cohen taped a segment that will air in March
• February 2007: Washington Lawyer - Stephanie Marcus Has Joined Cohen & Cohen, PC
• January 17, 2007: The Brian Mitchell Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the Duke lacrosse rape case
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• December 14, 2006: The Washington Post - DC Ordered To Pay In Police Chase
• December 2006: Larry King's Novel, Beyond A Reasonable Doubt - Tort Reform
• December 2006: GW Law School Alumni Magazine - Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition
• Winter 2006: Washington's Finest Magazine - Car Seats - You Better Use Them!
• November 9, 2006 - Cohen & Cohen Sponsored 4th Annual Mock Trial Competition At GWU Law School
• November 6, 2006: Legal Times - Stephanie Marcus Joins Cohen & Cohen
• October 30, 2006 - GWU Law School Website: 2006 Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Off To A Great Start
• Fall 2006: Washington's Finest Magazine - It May Not Be Cool - But Just Wear It
• September 2006: Washingtonian Magazine - From Bar Brawl to Business Partners (Brian Mitchell)
• August 17, 2006: The Brian Mitchell Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed Lonny Baxter's arrest
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• July 21, 2006: The Brian Mitchell Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the Barry Bonds case
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• July 2006: JCR Magazine - Mea Culpa
• July 2006: Washingtonian Magazine - Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
• June 19, 2006: The Washington Examiner - Mendelson Says Fire Department Needs Overhaul
• June 14, 2006: Women's National Democratic Club - Jill & Wayne Cohen loan Donkey-Hotey to WNDC
• Summer 2006: Washington's Finest Magazine - Smoke Detector Safety
• June 2, 2006: Washington Examiner - Crash Victim's Family May Have Tough Burden In Lawsuit, Lawyer Says
• May 17, 2006: The Brian Mitchell Show: Sports Talk 980 - Wayne Cohen discussed the Duke lacrosse rape case
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• Spring 2006: TLA-DC Spring Newsletter - Kim Brooks-Rodney Promoted to Partner at Cohen & Cohen
• April 2006: Brian Mitchell Signs on as Cohen & Cohen, PC's Celebrity Spokesperson
• April 4, 2006: The Washington Examiner - Appeals Time Improving, But Still Dragging in District
• Spring 2006: Washington's Finest Magazine - Own Real Estate Investment Property? Don't Get Sued!
• March 2006: PGCBA NewsJournal - Kim Brooks-Rodney Promoted to Partner at Cohen & Cohen
• March 9, 2006: The Washington Examiner - Daughter of Man Killed by Police Officer to Sue D.C.
• February 13, 2006: Legal Times - Kim Brooks-Rodney Named Partner at Cohen & Cohen
• January 31, 2006: The Washington Examiner - GOP Activist Sues National Club Over Fall
• January 25, 2006: NBC 4 News, FOX 5 News, and News Channel 8 - Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case involving the unnecessary shooting of an unarmed man by two, petite D.C. Metropolitan Police Officers
• Winter 2005: Washington's Finest Magazine - You Better Protect Your Assets
• Fall 2005: The George Washington Law School Newsletter - Training Better Lawyers
• November 9, 2005: The George Washington Law School Note Bene- Cohen & Cohen Sponsors Mock Trial Competition at George Washington University Law School
• October 31, 2005: Legal Times - Embassy of Cohen
• Fall 2005: Washington's Finest Magazine - Cohen's Counsel: How to Check Your Doctor's Credentials in Five Minutes
• September 9, 2005: ABC 7 News - Wayne Cohen discussed a case involving two children who were killed during a high-speed police pursuit
• September 9, 2005: News Channel 8 - Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case in which two children were killed during a high-speed, police pursuit
• September 8, 2005: The Washington Post - Parents of Slain Children Sue District Government
• September, 2005: Attorney Kim Brooks-Rodney featured in the Hemingway Herald
• August 4, 2005: Washington Lawyer - Attorney Briefs: Wayne Cohen Receives President's Award
• July 21, 2005: Washington's Finest Magazine - Q & A with Wayne Cohen
• June 20, 2005: Legal Times - Wayne Cohen Receives President's Award From TLA-DC
• May 14, 2005: Wayne Cohen Receives the President's Award from the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington D.C.
• May 12, 2005: Washington City Paper - Loose Lips Column
• May 9, 2005: WPFW 89.3 - Wayne Cohen appeared on Metro Watch to offer commentary on the Liability Reform Act of 2005.
• May 6, 2005: The Washington Times - Committees to Scrutinize Tort Reform
• May 5, 2005: Channel 9 - WUSA TV - Wayne Cohen appeared on Channel 9 News to discuss the Liability Reform Act of 2005.
• May 5, 2005: The Washington Post - Medical Malpractice Costs Hit by Mayor
• May 5, 2005: The Washington Examiner - Mayor Backs Tort Reform to Stem Doctor's Departure from the District
• May 4, 2005: News Channel 8 - Wayne Cohen appeared to give commentary on the Medical Liability Reform Act
• March 28, 2005: Fox 5 News - Consumer Watch: Headgear Hazard
• March 28, 2005: Legal Times - Personal Injury Practice Focus: How to Pick the Right Audience
• March 17, 2005: The Washington Times - Without Tort Reform, Doctors Say They'll Leave
• March 7, 2005: Legal Times - Million-Dollar Babies
• March 2005: TLA-DC Newsletter - President's Message
• December 20, 2004: Legal Times - The Year in Review
• December 2004: TLA-DC Newsletter - President's Message
• December 2004: Washingtonian Magazine - Cohen & Cohen PC featured as one of DC’s Best Law Firms
• November 15, 2004: Fox 5 News - Mr. Cohen discussed a recent case in which his client, a young girl, was blinded by defective orthodontic headgear.
• Fall 2004: The George Washington Law School Newsletter - Students Excel in Mock Trial Competition
• November 8, 2004: The George Washington Law School Note Bene- Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition
• September 30, 2004: The Washington Times - Merck recalls Vioxx
• September 2004: TLA-DC Newsletter - President's Message
• September 2004: Washington City Paper - Bleaching a Verdict
• August 2004: Washingtonian Magazine - Wayne Cohen with Democratic Vice Presidential candidate John Edwards
• July 27, 2004: The Washington Post - Letter to the Editor by Wayne Cohen
• May 24, 2004: Legal Times - New Blood
• May 14, 2004: Washington Business Journal - DC Tort Reform Rankles Lawyers
• April 2002: Washingtonian Magazine - Wayne Cohen was named one of Washington's 75 Best Lawyers
• May 1990: The Relationship Between Criminal Liability and Sports: A Jurisprudential Investigation

Chicago Tribune

• April 21, 2000: Deaf File Suit Seeking Movie Captioning

Daily Report

• July 25, 1997: Rushing to Beat Tobacco Settlement

Newsday

• April 20, 2000: Deaf Lawsuit Calls For More Movie Captioning

The Common Denominator

• July 25, 2004: Mayor Proposes Cap on Malpractice Awards

The Daily Washington Law Reporter

• May 17, 2004: Cohen Inducted as 49th President of Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.
• May 24, 2004: Heavyweight Champion of Justice

The Legal Times

• September 3, 2007: Will Superior Court Have a Rocket Docket?
• August 20, 2007: Wayne Cohen commented on an incident in which a 47-year-old woman was mistakenly detained in a D.C. jail as a male inmate
• June 11, 2007: Adam Leighton Elected as TLA-DC's 2007-2008 Secretary
• April 9, 2007: Karen Kohn Joins Cohen & Cohen
• November 6, 2006:Stephanie Marcus Joins Cohen & Cohen
• February 13, 2006: Kim Brooks-Rodney Named Partner at Cohen & Cohen
• October 31, 2005: Embassy of Cohen
• June 20, 2005: Wayne Cohen Receives President's Award From TLA-DC
• March 28, 2005: Personal Injury Practice Focus: How to Pick the Right Audience
• March 7, 2005: Million-Dollar Babies
• December 20, 2004: The Year in Review
• May 24, 2004: New Blood
• May 26, 2003: So You Want To Be A Trial Lawyer?
  Mr. Cohen published this Opinion Editorial which addresses different aspects of being a trial lawyer. View article
• March 31, 2003: The Value of Marketing
  Mr. Cohen was featured with a photograph in this article dealing with marketing of law firms.
• October 29, 2001: Anthrax Suits
• February 28, 2000: D.C. Ruling Boon for Plaintiffs
• July 21, 1997: Suing Big Tobacco Before It's Too Late
• June, 1994: Transsexual Rights

The Montgomery Journal

• February 5, 1999: PEPCO Hit With Lawsuit

The Washington Business Journal

• May 14, 2004: DC Tort Reform Rankles Lawyers

The Washington Examiner

• April 9, 2008: Father of dead Jacks Girl Files $25M Suit Against City
• April 9, 2008: (Associated Press) Father of 1 of 4 Girls Found Dead in DC Home Sues City
• June 19, 2006: Mendelson Says Fire Department Needs Overhaul
• June 2, 2006: Crash Victim's Family May Have Tough Burden In Lawsuit, Lawyer Says
• April 4, 2006: Appeals Time Improving, But Still Dragging in District
• March 9, 2006: Daughter of Man Killed by Police Officer to Sue D.C.
• January 31, 2006: GOP Activist Sues National Club Over Fall
• May 5, 2005: Mayor Backs Tort Reform to Stem Doctor's Departure from the District

The Washington Lawyer

• July/August 2007: Adam Leighton Elected 2007-2008 Secretary of the TLA-DC
• May 2007: Karen Kohn Has Joined Cohen & Cohen, PC
• February 2007: Stephanie Marcus Has Joined Cohen & Cohen, PC
• August 4, 2005: Attorney Briefs: Wayne Cohen Receives President's Award

The Washington Post

• April 9, 2008: (Associated Press) Father of 1 of 4 Girls Found Dead in DC Home Sues City
• April 5, 2008: Forensic Expert to Aid In Review of Evidence In Children's Death
• November 22, 2007: Letter to the Editor
• November 16, 2007: Home Run King Bonds Charged With Pergury (front page)
• April 19, 2007: Parents to Get $1.2 Million in Fatal Police Chase
• December 14, 2006: DC Ordered to Pay in Police Chase
• September 8, 2005: Parents of Slain Children Sue District Government
• May 5, 2005: Medical Malpractice Costs Hit by Mayor
• July 27, 2004: Letter to the Editor by Wayne Cohen
• October 24, 2003: DC Sued in Killing by Group Home Runaway
• July 17, 2003: Williams Vows to Fix Juvenile System
• October 5, 2002: D.C. Jail's Ex-Warden is Rehired
• July 13, 2001: DC Jail Warden Fired for Searches
• May 29-31, 2001: Principal on Leave After Jail Incident
• May 24-26, 2001: Middle School Students Strip Searched on Tour of Jail
• February 26, 2001: Lawsuit by Deaf Movie Fans Advances
• June 10, 1999: PEPCO Says MD's Limits on Tree Trimming Contributed to January Blackout
• August 19, 1997: Tobacco: New Times Means New Measures for Law
• April 25, 1995: Barry's Choice to Head New Convention Center Withdraws

The Wall Street Journal

• April 1, 1998: Lawyers, Once Chary of Big Tobacco, Rush to Line Up Plaintiffs (front page with photo)

The Washington Times

• May 6, 2005: Committees to Scrutinize Tort Reform
• March 17, 2005: Without Tort Reform, Doctors Say They'll Leave
• September 30, 2004: Merck recalls Vioxx
• May 30, 2001: Strip Search Reports Prompt Suit Against City
• January, 2000: Storm Cleanup Drags On
• May 27, 1999: Compain to State: 2 Suing PEPCO Told

Washington City Paper

• May 12, 2005: Loose Lips Column
• September, 2004: Bleaching a Verdict

USA Today

• April 21, 2000: Deaf Suit

Magazine Appearances

DC Trial Newsletter

• Spring 2006: Kim Brooks-Rodney Promoted to Partner at Cohen & Cohen
• March, 2005: President's Message
• December 2004: President's Message
• September, 2004: President's Message
• June 2003: The Ethics of Web Sites and Email

Gazette Magazine

• June 2, 1999: Carjacking

George Washington University Law School Alumni Magazine

• Fall 2007: Fifth Annual Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition Showcases Student Talent
• Fall 2006: Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition
• Fall 2005: Training Better Lawyers
• Fall 2004: Students Excel in Mock Trial Competition

JCR Magazine

• July 2006: Mea Culpa

Jet Magazine

• June 27, 1994 : Black Transsexual Suing Former Employer

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association – Trial Reporter

• Summer, 2004: DC Trial Lawyers Assoc. Elections

Nota Bene

• November 28, 2007: Students Participate in Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial
• November 9, 2005: Cohen & Cohen Sponsors Mock Trial Competition at George Washington University Law School
• November 8, 2004: Cohen & Cohen Mock Trial Competition

PGCBA NewsJournal

• March 2006: Kim Brooks-Rodney Promoted to Partner at Cohen & Cohen

The Hearsay Magazine

• January 2001: Quality of Life Award

Washingtonian Magazine

• December 2007: Wayne Cohen named one of "Washington's 2007 Best Lawyers"
• September 2006: From Bar Brawl to Business Partners (Brian Mitchell)
• July 2006: Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
• December 2004: Cohen & Cohen, PC featured as one of DC’s Best Law Firms
• August 2004: Wayne Cohen with Democratic Vice Presidential candidate John Edwards
• April 2002: Wayne Cohen was named one of Washington's 75 Best Lawyers
• June 2000: Power Player: Quality of Life Award

Washington's Finest Magazine

• Fall 2007: 5 Tips for Keeping Your Teenager Safe
• Summer 2007: 7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
• Spring 2007: Tire Pressure Safety
• Winter 2006: Car Seats - You Better Use Them!
• Fall 2006: It May Not Be Cool - But Just Wear It
• Summer 2006: Smoke Detector Safety
• Spring 2006: Own Real Estate Investment Property? Don't Get Sued!
• Winter 2005: You Better Protect Your Assets
• Fall 2005: How to Check Your Doctor's Credentials in Five Minutes
• July 21, 2005: Q & A with Wayne Cohen

Television Appearances

ABC 7 News

• September 9, 2005: Wayne Cohen discussed a case involving two children who were killed during a high-speed police pursuit
• June, 2001: Chandra Levy Comment
• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• March, 2001: Pharmacy Commentary
• April, 2000: Deaf Press Conference

Associated Press National Distribution

• April 21, 2000: Deaf Press Conference

CBS Evening News with Dan Rather

• April, 1997: Tobacco Lawsuit

CBS News

• May 5, 2005: Wayne Cohen appeared on Channel 9 News to discuss the Liability Reform Act of 2005.
• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Press Conference
• October 15, 1997: Tobacco

CNN National and International

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Press Conference

Dateline

• June, 2001: Strip Search Case

Fox 5 News

• October 16, 2007: Fox 5 News - Wayne Cohen discussed things that Homeowners' Associations fail to tell you when purchasing a home
• October 12, 2007: Wayne Cohen filmed a segment on Homeowners' Associations. The piece will air on Tuesday, October 16, 2007
• January 25, 2006: Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case involving the unnecessary shooting of an unarmed man by two, petite D.C. Metropolitan Police Officers
• March 28, 2005: Consumer Watch: Headgear Hazard
• November 15, 2004 - Mr. Cohen discussed a recent case in which his client, a young girl, was blinded by defective orthodontic headgear.
• May 6, 2003: “Black Box Story”:
  Mr. Cohen was asked by Fox News to give commentary regarding the importance of “black boxes” which are being used by the insurance industry to determine fault in an automobile accident. The “black boxes” resemble the devices used in airplanes. Most people do not realize that they have these devices in their cars.
• March 26, 2003: Medical Malpractice: How Good Is Your Doctor?
• May, 2001: Numerous Appearances Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Captioning Case
• November 8, 2000: Keller Story
• November, 1999: Ozone Story

Good Morning America

• March 22, 2007: Wayne Cohen comments on hotel safety
• March 22, 2007 (GMA Website): Wayne Cohen comments on hotel safety
• February 20, 2007: Wayne Cohen taped a segment that will air in March

MSNBC News

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Press Conference

NBC 4 News

• May 2, 2008: NBC4 Website - Fenty Announces Child Protective Services Reforms
• April 9, 2008: Kim Brooks-Rodney discussed her client's, (Norman Penn Jr.), $25M lawsuit against the District of Columbia. Norman Penn Jr. is the father of Brittany Jacks, the eldest daughter allegedly killed by her mother, Banita Jacks.
• January 25, 2006: Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case involving the unnecessary shooting of an unarmed man by two, petite D.C. Metropolitan Police Officers
• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Press Conference

NewsChannel 8

• January 25, 2006: Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case involving the unnecessary shooting of an unarmed man by two, petite D.C. Metropolitan Police Officers
• September 9, 2005: Wayne Cohen appeared to discuss a case in which two children were killed during a high-speed, police pursuit
• May 4, 2004: Wayne Cohen Appeared to give commentary on the Medical Liability Reform Act

The Today Show

• May 31, 2001: Strip Search Case

Radio Appearances

3WT Radio

• March 14, 2008: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed former NY Governor, Eliot Spitzer's, prostitute scandal
• January 22, 2008: Morning Show - Interview with Jill and Wayne Cohen
• January 14, 2008: The Tony Kornheiser Show - 3Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' six month prison sentence, the upcoming MLB steroid hearings, and OJ Simpson's bail being revoked.
• December 19, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the legal implications of the players named in Mitchell's steroid report. He also discussed Britney Spears' 16 year old sister, Jamie Lynn Spears' recent pregnancy announcement and whether or not her 19 year old boyfriend can be charged with rape in the state of Louisiana.
• December 11, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's sentencing, Isiah Thomas' appeal, and Barry Bonds upcoming trial
• December 3, 207: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent arrests of four men in connection with Washington Redskin Sean Taylor's death
• November 21, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser - Wayne Cohen discussed why the Red Hot Chili Peppers filed papers against Showtime Networks over the show's title "Californication." He also provided updates on Mike Tyson and Michael Vick.
• November 16, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Barry Bonds' indictment
• November 15, 2007: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the death of Kanye West's mother and Dr. Jan Adams' shady medical past. He also gave updates in the OJ Simpson case
• November 8, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the possible outcomes of OJ Simpson's hearing scheduled for this afternoon as well as the fact that Britney Spears has been ordered to pay for Kevin Federline's attorney fees
• October 30, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed David Copperfield's rape accusation, the release of the Georgia teen who was serving a 10-year sentence for a teen sex charge, and the latest updates in the OJ Simpson case
• October 24, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the speculation that Judge Roy Pearson, Jr may lose his reappointment as well as the recent developments in the OJ Simpson case
• October 17, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed legal updates in the OJ Simpson, Michael Vick, and Larry Craig cases
• October 8, 2007: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' admitted steroid use
• October 3, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of the Isiah Thomas/sexual harassment case
• October 2, 2007: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Britney Spears/Kevin Federline child custody battle
• September 27, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed various legal cases in the news including Michael Vick, Senator Larry Craig, and Phil Spector
• September 26, 2007: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's state charges and Mike Tyson's recent drug arrest
• September 25, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick case and Mike Tyson's recent drug arrest
• September 20, 2007: The Tony Kornheiser Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of OJ Simpson's bail hearing
• September 20, 2007: Morning Show - Wayne Cohen discussed the outcome of OJ Simpson's bail hearing

The Brian Mitchell Show: SportsTalk 980
The John Thompson Show: SportsTalk 980
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• February 14, 2008: Wayne Cohen discussed the Clemens/McNamee hearings
• January 15, 2008: Wayne Cohen discussed Marion Jones' six month prison sentence, the upcoming MLB steroid hearings, and OJ Simpson's bail being revoked
• December 10, 2007: Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's sentencing
• November 20, 2007: Wayne Cohen discussed why Michael Vick turned himself in early to jail
• November 16, 2007: Wayne Cohen discussed the differences between the Michael Vick and Barry Bonds cases
• October 3, 2007: Isiah Thomas' Sexual Harassment Case, Michael Vick's Illegal Dogfighting Case, and Phil Spector's Murder Case
• September 27, 2007:Isiah Thomas' Sexual Harassment Case and Michael Vick's Recent Failed Drug Test
• September 19, 2007: OJ Simpson Bail Hearing
• September 17, 2007: OJ Simpson Arrest
• August 27, 2007: Michael Vick Plea Agreement
• August 22, 2007: Michael Vick/Illegal Dog Fighting Case
• July 19, 2007: Michael Vick/Illegal Dog Fighting Investigation
• April 12, 2007: Duke Lacrosse Rape Case
• January 17, 2007: Duke Lacrosse Rape Case
• August 17, 2006: Lonny Baxter Arrest
• July 21, 2006: Barry Bonds Case
• May 17, 2006: Duke Lacrosse Rape Case
  

The Insiders - 99.9 The Fan (NC Radio Station)

• February 14, 2008: Wayne Cohen discussed the Clemens/McNamee hearings

Bloomberg Radio

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case

G. Gordon Liddy Show

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• Mr. Cohen has also been invited on Court TV, The Sallie Jesse Raphael Show, Prime Time Live, The Phil Donahue Show, and CNBC.
• Seminars & Lectures
• January 12, 2005: Georgetown Medical School - Mr. Cohen lectured to a group of about 150 medical school students on issues concerning medical liability.
• March 12, 2004: George Washington University School of Law: Advanced Litigation Workshop (Lectured on Ethics)
• March 2, 2004: National Business Institute: Handling the Automobile Injury Claim in Washington, D.C. (Wyndham Hotel)
• October 10, 2003: George Washington University School of Law: Ethics and Litigating Auto Cases
• March 21, 2003: Evidence: What You Need To Win

The Daily News

• April 21, 2000: Deaf Captioning Case

Sports Junkies 106.7 FM

• September 18, 2007: Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest and robbery, assault, burglary and conspiracy charges

Voice of America

• March 29, 2004: Voice of America (Legal Issues Segment): Mr. Cohen was interviewed and appeared on the radio show Voice of America – Legal Issues Segment. The topic was medical malpractice law in the United States.

Washington Post Radio

• September 17, 2007: (Afternoon Show): Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest
• September 17, 2007: (The Tony Kornheiser Show): Wayne Cohen discussed OJ Simpson's arrest
• August 29, 2007: (The Tony Kornheiser Show): Wayne Cohen discussed various legal issues involving Idaho Senator Larry Craig, Lisa Nowak, and Michael Vick
• August 27, 2007: (Morning Show) Wayne Cohen discussed Michael Vick's plea agreement
• August 21, 2007: (Afternoon Show) Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting case
  August 21, 2007: (Morning Show) Wayne Cohen discussed the recent developments in the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting case
• July 27, 2007: Wayne Cohen discussed the Michael Vick/illegal dog fighting indictment
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WHUR Radio

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case

WMAL Radio

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case

WOIO

• CBS Affiliate in Cleveland – April 21, 2000: Deaf Captioning Case
• May, 2001: Strip Search Case

WPFW

• May 9, 2005: Wayne Cohen appeared on Metro Watch to offer commentary on the Liability Reform Act of 2005.

WTOP Radio

• May, 2001: Strip Search Case
• April, 2000: Deaf Captioning Case

Other News

D.C. Trial Lawyers

• November 13, 2003: Adam R. Leighton, Esquire appointed to the Board of Governors of the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, DC
• May 18, 2003: Appointment to President-Elect of D.C. Trial Lawyers
  On May 18, 2003, Mr. Cohen became the President Elect of the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.

DC Trial Newsletter

• December 2002: Recent Ethical Developments - Referral Fees - A Primer on the Nuances of DC, MD, and VA - page 1 page 2

George Washington University School of Law

• June 2003: George Washington University School of Law Names Fall Trial Competition After Cohen & Cohen, P.C.
• The Mock Trial Board of the George Washington University School of Law named its Fall Competition after Cohen & Cohen, P.C. The competition is hereafter called the Cohen & Cohen, P.C. Mock Trial Competition.

January 13, 2005: Kim Brooks Rodney Speaks to Trial Lawyers' Association of Washington, DC

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March 7, 2005: Adam Leighton's Promotion to Partner featured in The Legal Times.

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Wayne Cohen Gives Remarks at Supreme Court

• On May 7, 2004, Wayne Cohen spoke with 6th grade students at the 28th Annual Essay Contest Awards Ceremony hosted by the National Capital Lawyers Auxiliary. Cohen's remarks included a discussion about the legal process. Along with Cohen, the Honorable David Souter, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States took part in the event.
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