Alvin M. "Al" Cohen
About Alvin M. Cohen
Alvin M. Cohen is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Alvin M. Cohen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Mediation
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Woods Aitken LLP
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Denver, CO
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