Business Details
26 Years
experience
Experienced Legal Representation in Maryland & Washington DC
Established in 2000, Cohen & Hertz represents clients in diverse legal matters while maintaining a focus on personalized service and courtroom excellence. Our firm combines the collective experience of attorneys who previously operated successful solo practices, handling thousands of cases across family law, estate planning, criminal defense, and civil litigation. We prioritize direct client interaction, ensuring every individual works directly with an attorney who develops creative legal strategies tailored to their unique circumstances.Our success stems from our commitment to understanding client needs, promptly addressing communications, and maintaining a reputation for aggressive yet compassionate advocacy. With decades of combined legal expertise, we offer both proactive solutions for avoiding disputes and assertive representation when litigation is necessary. Our practice areas span Maryland and Washington DC, serving clients with a balance of technical proficiency and empathetic counsel.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody & Support
Estate Planning
Criminal Defense
Probate Administration
Prenuptial Agreements
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Asset Division
Guardianship Cases
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Our attorneys have handled thousands of cases with extensive courtroom experience.
- We provide personalized service with direct attorney-client communication throughout all cases.
- Combining solo practice experience with collaborative legal strategies since 2000.
- Offering free initial phone consultations for all practice areas.
- Serving Maryland and Washington DC clients with location-specific legal expertise.
Services
Divorce Representation
We provide aggressive yet compassionate representation for Maryland and Washington DC clients navigating divorce proceedings. Our attorneys handle complex asset division, child custody determinations, and spousal support negotiations while prioritizing client interests. With extensive courtroom experience in both jurisdictions, we develop strategic approaches that balance litigation readiness with opportunities for amicable resolution.
Estate Planning
Creating customized estate plans to protect assets and ensure proper distribution. We draft wills, trusts, and healthcare directives while advising on asset protection strategies. Our comprehensive approach considers long-term care planning and aims to prevent future family disputes through clear, enforceable legal documentation.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges in Maryland and Washington DC with zealous advocacy. Our experience covers both misdemeanor and felony cases, focusing on preserving rights while developing defense strategies tailored to specific charges. We maintain open communication throughout the legal process while challenging evidence and prosecution arguments.
Child Custody & Support
Advocating for clients' parental rights in custody determinations and child support negotiations. We help establish fair arrangements considering children's best interests while enforcing or modifying existing court orders. Our approach combines legal assertiveness with sensitivity to the emotional challenges these cases create.
Probate Administration
Guiding executors through estate administration processes for testate and intestate estates. We handle asset identification, debt settlement, and distribution while addressing potential disputes among beneficiaries. Our experience includes contested will litigation and strategies to minimize estate taxes and administrative costs.
People
Brett E. Cohen
Attorney
Brett E. Cohen brings extensive litigation experience to family law and criminal defense cases. His background includes managing complex divorce proceedings and defending clients against criminal charges in both Maryland and Washington DC jurisdictions.
Matthew Hertz
Attorney
Matthew Hertz focuses on estate planning and probate matters, developing customized solutions for asset protection and distribution. He also represents clients in civil litigation cases with an emphasis on practical, cost-effective resolutions.
Leslie G. Peters
Attorney
Leslie G. Peters specializes in family law matters including child custody disputes and prenuptial agreements. Her practice also includes civil litigation and landlord-tenant disputes, emphasizing clear communication and client education throughout legal proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Cohen & Hertz specialize in?
We focus on family law (divorce, child custody, and support), estate planning, probate, criminal defense, and landlord-tenant disputes across Maryland and Washington DC.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary phone consultations to discuss your legal needs and determine how we can best assist with your case.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Cohen & Hertz was established in 2000 by attorneys with prior solo practice experience, combining decades of legal expertise across multiple practice areas.
How do you handle child custody cases?
We develop strategies that prioritize parental rights while focusing on children's best interests, including visitation arrangements, custody modifications, and enforcement of existing orders.
What distinguishes your estate planning services?
We create personalized plans considering both immediate needs and long-term care, offering wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and strategies to avoid probate litigation.
