Jeffrey H. Cohen

Jeffrey H. Cohen is a highly regarded partner focusing on mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions. He advises buyers and sellers in large and middle-market deals worldwide, representing private equity funds, portfolio companies, public corporations, entrepreneurs, and family-owned businesses across a broad range of strategic and financial matters.

Jeffrey earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Law, where he developed a strong foundation in corporate and transactional law. He received his Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, gaining analytical skills that support sophisticated deal structuring.

Jeffrey’s practice centers on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and distressed transactions. He regularly counsels clients on acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, and complex investments, providing guidance that aligns legal execution with business objectives and long-term growth strategies.

Jeffrey represents clients across numerous industries, including consumer products, apparel, beauty, energy, fintech, food, gaming, retail, sports, and media. His experience also includes advising corporations, officers, and directors on securities law compliance, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance matters in evolving regulatory environments.

Known for combining technical precision with business judgment, Jeffrey helps clients navigate high-value, time-sensitive transactions. His background in finance enables him to anticipate challenges, manage risk, and deliver practical solutions that support deal certainty while protecting clients’ strategic and financial interests.

Throughout his career, Jeffrey H. Cohen has led transactions involving public companies, private equity sponsors, and emerging growth businesses. His work often consists of coordinating multidisciplinary teams, negotiating complex agreements, and overseeing transactions with significant operational, regulatory, and market considerations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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