Melvin C. "Mel" Cohen
About Melvin C. Cohen
Melvin C. Cohen is a lawyer based in Tucson, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Melvin C. Cohen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tucson, Arizona
- Arbitration
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Mesch Clark Rothschild
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1974
Location: Tucson, AZ
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