Flaster Greenberg is pleased to announce that Jeffrey A. Cohen, Shareholder, Sports Law Industry Group Lead, and member of the firm's Board of Directors, has been appointed First Vice Chair of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section Board of Trustees.
Cohen brings more than three decades of legal experience to the leadership role, serving as a trusted advisor to businesses, executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations across a broad range of industries. His practice encompasses complex commercial litigation, intellectual property matters, antitrust disputes, commercial contracts, shareholder and partnership disputes, insurance coverage litigation, and sports law matters. He is also a New Jersey Court-Approved Civil Mediator and has been actively involved in federal and state policy and legislative initiatives throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
The NJSBA's Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section serves as a forum for attorneys addressing the legal issues impacting the sports, entertainment, and creative industries. As First Vice Chair, Cohen will help lead the section's educational and professional development initiatives while fostering dialogue around emerging legal and business trends affecting these industries.
"Jeff's appointment reflects not only his deep knowledge of sports law, but also the breadth of his experience as a commercial litigator, business advisor, and thought leader," said Steven E. Poulathas, Managing Shareholder of Flaster Greenberg. "Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges while remaining actively engaged in the advancement of the profession. We are proud to see him recognized with this leadership role."
In addition to leading Flaster Greenberg's Sports Law Industry Group, Cohen is a frequent author and lecturer on legal issues affecting businesses and the sports industry. He also co-hosts The Heart of Sports, a Philadelphia-based radio program and podcast that explores legal and business developments in professional and amateur sports. Through his writing, speaking engagements, and media appearances, Cohen has become a respected voice on topics ranging from name, image and likeness (NIL) rights and antitrust issues to intellectual property and commercial litigation.
"I am honored to serve as First Vice Chair of the Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section," said Cohen. "The industries represented by this section continue to evolve at a rapid pace, creating new opportunities and legal challenges alike. I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to provide meaningful programming and resources for attorneys practicing in these dynamic fields."
Cohen's appointment adds to a distinguished record of professional achievement and service. He currently serves on the Supreme Court of New Jersey Ethics Committee for District IV and has been recognized for his legal excellence by organizations including NIBIZ, which named him one of its 2026 Leaders in Law, and Legal 500 U.S. City Elite, which recognized him in Commercial Litigation. [
For more information about Jeffrey Cohen and Flaster Greenberg's Sports Law Industry Group, visit www.flastergreenberg.com.
