New York-based firm Cohen & Gresser LLP is known for its expertise in litigation concerning complex financial products, which sees it frequently act as counsel to broker-dealers, investment advisors, hedge funds, and private equity funds. Its understanding of financial markets also see it involved in emerging areas of law, including cryptocurrency litigation. Practice head Mark Cohen, along with Lawrence Gresser, is currently representing Samuel Bankman-Fried, founder and former CEO of international cryptocurrency exchange FTX, in parallel DOJ, SEC and CFTC matters. Key partner Gale Dick, whose broad practice encompasses commercial disputes and criminal enforcement issues, played a pivotal role in defending former directors and officers of CBD company Sentia Wellness in securities fraud litigation. White-collar defense specialist David Lisner also took lead role in that matter.

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Key clients

  • Samuel Bankman-Fried

Lawyers

Leading lawyers
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mark Cohen, Lawrence Gresser

Other key lawyers

Gale Dick, David Lisner