Matthew "Matt" Cohen
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011 About Matthew Cohen
Matthew Cohen is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Matthew Cohen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Stoel Rives LLP
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Seattle, WA
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