Jocelyn B. Hurwitz 10YEARSAWARDED

Jocelyn B. Hurwitz

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Awarded Practice Areas
Family Law Arbitration Family Law Mediation Family Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2027 edition in Stamford.
Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2027 - Family Law Arbitration
Jocelyn B. Hurwitz
Jocelyn B. Hurwitz
Bridgeport, CT
Works at
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30 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Jocelyn B. Hurwitz is the firm’s Co-Managing Partner. Jocelyn has been ranked at the highest level by the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026 in the Family/Matrimonial practice area, where a source says: "Jocelyn is a fierce advocate who combines exceptional client management skills with a deep commitment to achieving the best outcomes for her clients. Her ability to balance empathy with tenacity sets her apart in the field."

For many years, Jocelyn served as Chair of the firm’s Family Law Group. She draws on the group’s collective expertise and creativity to deliver positive outcomes for her clients. Jocelyn collaborates closely with lawyers across the firm, both within and beyond her practice group, to achieve successful results, whether through settlement or at trial. Within the firm, Jocelyn values mentoring associates and supporting their professional growth through the firm’s Connecting Women @ CW initiative.

Jocelyn represents clients in court in family law matters ranging from complex financial issues to high conflict custody and parenting issues. Jocelyn also counsels and assists clients who are interested in resolving their disputes through less adversarial processes, such as mediation and collaborative divorce. She appears in courts throughout Fairfield County and New Haven County and also represents clients as they mediate their cases or work collaboratively to resolve their legal issues.

Known for her diligence and practical approach to problem-solving, Jocelyn helps clients navigate emotionally complex situations with clarity and compassion. She ensures that clients remain informed throughout the legal process, always working toward achieving their goals in the most effective and efficient way possible.

In addition to being recognized by Chambers High Net Worth, Jocelyn has also been named to the “Top 25 Women in Connecticut Super Lawyers®” list (2021-2025) and the “Top 50 Connecticut Super Lawyers®" list (2022-2023). She has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® as a 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” honoree for Family Law Arbitration and Family Law Mediation in the Stamford metropolitan area. Jocelyn has been named to the Super Lawyers® list for Family law (2007-2025). Jocelyn has been honored with an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Active in her community, Jocelyn has been serving as the Board President at Cold Spring School in New Haven since 2021. An advocate for education, Jocelyn is a valued partner for Bridgeport Caribe Youth Leaders SUCCESS Program and Great Oaks Charter School career events in Bridgeport. She has also volunteered with CT Legal Services, Mercy Learning Center, and Team Woofgang & Co.

Ms. Hurwitz received her B.S. in 1989 from Cornell University and her J.D. in 1992 from Cornell Law School.

Works at
Cohen and Wolf PC

30 Best Lawyers awards

Cohen and Wolf PC logo

Locations

Education

  • Cornell University, J.D., graduated 1992
  • Cornell University, B.S., graduated 1989

Bar Admissions

  • Connecticut, Connecticut

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut

Affiliations

  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Connecticut Bar Association - Family Law Section, Member
  • Connecticut Council for Divorce Mediation - Board Member
  • Greater Bridgeport Bar Association - Family Law Section, Member
  • Regional Trial Docket, Middletown - Special Master
  • Superior Court - Special Master for Judicial Districts of Milford, New Haven, Stamford and Bridgeport

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2027 - Family Law Arbitration Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2027 - Family Law Mediation
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Family Law Arbitration, Stamford (2027)
  • Family Law Mediation, Stamford (2027)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 for work in:
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Arbitration
  • Family Law Mediation
Awards:
  • Women in the Law, CT Law Tribune (2010)
  • AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell
  • Best Lawyers in America® 2013-2019, Family Law
  • Best Lawyers in America® - 2018-2019, Family Law Arbitration

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