Harvey V. Cohen

As a young man, Harvey enlisted in the US Army. He enrolled in the G.I. Bill program that ultimately helped him pay for college. Mr. Cohen ea

rned his Bachelor’s degree from UCF with the help of the G.I. Bill. He then went on to law school at Stetson University College of Law in Saint Petersburg, Florida.

After graduating from Stetson, Mr. Harvey V. Cohen was employed by the State Attorney’s Office. As a state prosecutor, he handled thousands of criminal cases, conducted over 40 jury trials, executed extensive motion practice, and conducted countless depositions.

Later, Mr. Cohen branched out as a solo practitioner without staff or associates. He has since grown his firm to over 45 attorneys and 120 employees.

Following the hurricanes in Florida in 2004 and 2005, Mr. Cohen represented homeowners who suffered hurricane damage. He has handled thousands of insurance claims and is widely known in Florida and nationwide as the go-to attorney for cases related to the restoration industry.

Mr. Cohen has been a presenter for the Restoration Industry Association (RIA), the oldest and largest nonprofit professional trade association in the restoration field, representing over 20,000 members. He teaches continuing education courses approved by the IICRC, which certifies restoration professionals. His courses focus on insurance claims and contracts relevant to the industry.

Mr. Cohen is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He is actively involved with many charities, including:

• Hope and Help – supporting AIDS patients
• SPCA – helping animals and pets
• The Jewish Community Center
• The YMCA
• Susan G. Komen Foundation
• Down Syndrome Association
• Veterans Associations

Mr. Cohen fights to protect the rights of contractors, small businesses, and homeowners against insurance companies. He will continue the fight because It’s About Justice!