About

Donald S. Cohen is a rather experienced attorney primarily based in Seattle, Washington, with a sturdy heritage in telecommunications, strength, and utility regulation. He has a wealthy records in felony practice and has served in various administrative positions at prestigious law schools. Donald S. Cohen's criminal profession has been marked by way of huge achievements and contributions to the sector. Early on, he made records by using serving as suggest in the famous "snail darter" case, litigated underneath the Endangered Species Act of 1973. This case, Tennessee Valley Authority v. Hill, 437 U.S. 153 [1978], resulted in a successful overview through the U.S. Supreme Court, showcasing Don's prison acumen and information. In addition to his paintings in Chicago and the Pacific Northwest, Don has additionally shared his information and revel in by means of teaching regulation at the University of Puget Sound, University of Michigan, and University of Tennessee law colleges. His dedication to criminal education and his dedication to the sector have made him a reputable determine within the prison network. Since becoming a member of GTH in 1982, Don has targeted his practice on telecommunications, power, and application regulation, as well as country and municipal regulation and business litigation. He has served as General Counsel to public utilities and consortiums of public utilities worried in telecommunications and energy projects, consisting of rural area broadband initiatives and renewable strength ventures. Donald S. Cohen's sizable experience and information make him a valuable asset to his clients and a relied on prison advisor in a variety of complex criminal topics. His commitment to excellence and his passion for the regulation preserve to power his a hit legal exercise in Seattle, Washington.

Legal Issues

Municipal Law
Energy, Oil & Gas Law
Utilities
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
  • Telecommunications Law
  • Litigation

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
  • English
Accepted Jurisdictions
Washington Jurdictions
Washington
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9th Circuit Jurdictions
9th Circuit
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington Jurdictions
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington Jurdictions
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
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U.S. Supreme Court Jurdictions
U.S. Supreme Court
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U.S. Court of Federal Claims Jurdictions
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
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Experience
  • Partner
    Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP
  • Associate Professor
    University of Puget Sound School of Law
    1978
  • Acting Dean/Associate Dean
    University of Puget Sound School of Law
    1979
  • Assistant Dean and Director of Graduate Studies
    University of Michigan Law School
    1976
  • Assistant Dean and Assistant Professor
    University of Tennessee College of Law
    1974

  • Private Business
    1972
  • Lawyer
    Jenner & Block, Chicago
    1970
Education
Northwestern University School of Law Education School Logo
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D. | Law
Graduation year: 1970">
Washington University School of Law Education School Logo
Washington University School of Law
B.A. | Psychology
Graduation year: 1967">
Associations
Washington State Bar
                        
                                                     # 12480 Professional Association
Washington State Bar  # 12480
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American Bar Association Professional Association
American Bar Association
has membership
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Federal Bar Association Professional Association
Federal Bar Association
has membership
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King County Bar Association Professional Association
King County Bar Association
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