“Aaron defended my leasing company in a jury trial and won. Opposing counsel had never lost a jury trial in over twenty trials in that jurisdiction before facing Aaron.”
SEAN AXANI, PRESIDENT, EXOTIC CAR LEASING, INC. | LITIGATION“Aaron is hands down the best business attorney I have worked with. He is thoughtful, efficient, and strategic at working through complex issues and disputes.”
RUSSELL COVARRUBIA, CHAIRMAN & PRESIDENT, COVARRUBIA ENERGY | CORPORATE TRANSACTIONS“With Aaron as my attorney, I no longer worry about the infinite legal issues while running my businesses.”
MANSOOR RAZZAQ, PRESIDENT OF EZ ADVISORS | CORPORATE TRANSACTIONS
Overview
Aaron Cohn is a highly experienced attorney specializing in providing comprehensive legal counsel and representation to businesses of all sizes. With a keen focus on advising clients in a role as outside general counsel, Aaron guides clients through the intricacies of contract negotiation, ensuring their interests are protected and agreements are mutually beneficial. He is also adept at resolving disputes, helping clients navigate disagreements effectively and efficiently, whether through mediation, arbitration, or litigation. Recognizing the importance of strong corporate governance, Aaron advises businesses on establishing and maintaining best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
Beyond his advisory role, Aaron is a skilled litigator with a proven track record in resolving a wide range of commercial disputes. His expertise spans various areas, including investment fraud, construction defects, professional liability, corporate divorce, contract disputes, and consumer protection cases. Aaron's courtroom acumen and strategic thinking enable him to effectively advocate for his clients' interests and achieve favorable outcomes in many different types of disputes.
Aaron's commitment to his clients is unwavering. He takes the time to understand their unique needs and objectives, providing tailored legal solutions that align with their goals and resources. Whether he is negotiating a complex contract, mediating a dispute, or litigating a case, Aaron approaches each matter with meticulous attention to detail and a dedication to achieving the best possible results for his clients. His reputation as a trusted advisor and fierce advocate has earned Aaron the respect of clients and peers.
Aaron earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of California, Berkeley, his masters of science from the London School of Economics, and his law degree from the George Washington University School of Law, where he was a Thurgood Marshall Scholar each semester.
Education & Admissions
Education
George Washington University School of Law, J.D., with honors, 2009
- Thurgood Marshall Scholar
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), M.S., with distinction, 2004
University of California, Berkeley, B.A., 2002
Admissions
California
Florida
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Representative Experience
- Lead counsel in $200 million class action lawsuit involving investment fraud against a South Florida hedge fund.
- Lead counsel in a federal civil RICO case involving loan fraud that was successfully settled.
- Lead counsel in multi-million dollar claims against funeral home that misplaced the remains of the deceased.
- Lead counsel defending an engineering firm in the FIU bridge collapse case that settled collectively for more than $100 million.
- Lead counsel defending a guarantor on a purported debt exceeding $15 million.
- Counsel in defense of guarantor on $30M loan default.
- Counsel for private club that arbitrated development rights worth hundreds of millions of dollars on an island in South Florida.
- Counsel in several corporate “divorce” lawsuits and disputes between partners.
- Counsel in dozens of construction defect and payment disputes.
- Counsel in multi-million dollar arbitration for minority member in a management dispute over a closely held limited liability company.
- Counsel on several wrongful death trucking and construction matters involving multi-million dollar claims.
- Counsel for developer in trial and appeal; successfully defended development rights worth hundreds of millions.
- Counsel to borrower in mortgage fraud trial.
Recent Wins
- Directed Defense Judgment$250,000
- Commercial Litigation
FloridaAfter a 2-day jury trial where the plaintiff was seeking $250,000 in lost profits from repossessed luxury vehicles, a Florida Court entered a directed defense judgment for WWHGD client Exotic Car Leasing, LLC.
- Appeal Affirmed
- Securities and Investment
CaliforniaIn a case against a precious metals dealer, after oral argument, and in a significant procedural victory, the 11th Circuit affirmed the District Court's dismissal for lack of jurisdiction on behalf of our client.
- Plaintiff's Award$1.06M
- Securities and Investment
CaliforniaWWHGD secures a $1.06 million arbitration award in a fraud / misrepresentation case prosecuted against a precious metals broker and its owner in California.
Practices & Industries
Awards & Recognition
Super Lawyers®, Florida Rising Stars List, 2014-2020
News & Publications
- Daily Business Review
- Daily Business Review
- Orlando Business Journal
- Daily Business Review
- Daily Business Review
- Daily Business Review
- Forbes Advisor
- Daily Business Review
- Daily Business Review
- The CEO Magazine
- Construction Executive
- Daily Business Review
- The Intellecutal Property Strategist"Trademark 'Theft' with AdWords Keyword Bidding."
- Brightmark (New York)"Creating a Trademarkable Brand Name."
- LinkedIn"Trademark Smart: 5 Tips for Choosing and Protecting Your New Product Name."
- Daily Business Review (Miami)"Raising Capital Through Factoring Accounts Receivable."
- The Practical Real Estate Lawyer (American Law Institute)"Foreclosure Law: A Primer on California’s One-Action Rule and Anti-Deficiency Provisions."
- Corporate Compliance Answer Book, Practicing Law Institute (2012-13 Edition)"Ethical Conduct in Banking and Finance Chapter."
- California Chapter, American Bar Association"Implementing Institutional Controls at Brownfields and Other Contaminated Sites."
- The Daily Journal"Attorney-Client Privilege: Beware the Hazards of Electronic Communication."
- The Daily Journal"When an Agency’s Agreement with a Developer Requires Environmental Review Under CEQA."
- The Daily Journal"Encouraging Alternative Modes of Transit."
Events & Speaking Engagements
Professional & Community Activities
Dade County Bar Association, Member
George Washington University Alumni Association, Member
London School of Economics Alumni Association, Member