Cohen & Gresser is an international law firm with offices in New York, Paris, Washington, D.C., London, and Dubai. We have an outstanding record of success in high-stakes and high-profile litigation, investigations, and transactions for our clients, including major financial institutions and companies across the world. Our attorneys have superb credentials, and are committed to providing the efficiency and personal service of a boutique law firm along with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmarks of the best firms in the world.
The firm has been recognized in a wide range of publications, including Chambers, The Legal 500, Global Investigations Review, Managing IP, U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Law Firms,” Décideurs, and Benchmark Litigation. We have also been named to The National Law Journal’s “Midsize Hot List” and the BTI Client Service A-Team, and over half of our U.S.-based attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers.
Cohen & Gresser’s London Office Recognized in The Legal 500 UK 2026 Guide
The 2026 edition of The Legal 500 UK Solicitors guide has recognized Cohen & Gresser’s London office for excellence in Commercial Litigation: Mid-Market and in two White-Collar Crime and Defense categories: Fraud: White-Collar Crime (Advice to Individuals) and Regulatory Investigations and Corporate Crime (Advice to Corporates).
Tom Shortland is recognized as a Next Generation Partner in the Commercial Litigation: Mid-Market category, with clients calling him a “star” who has “a clear focus on the key issues in a dispute, never losing sight of the commercial issues at play for the client.” He is also recognized as a Key Lawyer in Fraud: White-Collar Crime (Advice to Individuals) and Regulatory Investigations and Corporate Crime (Advice to Corporates).
Cohen & Gresser’s London Office Recognized in The Legal 500 UK 2026 Guide
The 2026 edition of The Legal 500 UK Solicitors guide has recognized Cohen & Gresser’s London office for excellence in Commercial Litigation: Mid-Market and in two White-Collar Crime and Defense categories: Fraud: White-Collar Crime (Advice to Individuals) and Regulatory Investigations and Corporate Crime (Advice to Corporates). Tom Shortland is recognized as a Next Generation Partner in the Commercial Litigation: Mid-Market category, with clients calling him a “star” who has “a clear focus on the key issues in a dispute, never losing sight of the commercial issues at play for the client.” He is also recognized as a Key Lawyer in Fraud: White-Collar Crime (Advice to Individuals) and Regulatory Investigations and Corporate Crime (Advice to Corporates). Read more about these recognitions
Cohen & Gresser Advises Private Investment Firm Lupa Systems in Cross-Border Disposal
Cohen & Gresser is pleased to announce that it advised its client, Lupa Systems, on its exit from French digital media firm Brut, in connection with the acquisition of Brut’s entire share capital by CMA-Media (a subsidiary of CMA-CGM).
The cross-border team was comprised of partners Daniel H. Mathias and France Portmann Loy, and associate Eleonore Messina.
Cohen & Gresser Advises Private Investment Firm Lupa Systems in Cross-Border Disposal
Cohen & Gresser is pleased to announce that it advised its client, Lupa Systems, on its exit from French digital media firm Brut, in connection with the acquisition of Brut’s entire share capital by CMA-Media (a subsidiary of CMA-CGM). The cross-border team was comprised of partners Daniel H. Mathias and France Portmann Loy, and associate Eleonore Messina. Read our full statement
Vault Recognizes Cohen & Gresser in 2026 Rankings
Vault has once again named Cohen & Gresser to its Top 150 Under 150 list, which highlights the nation’s leading law firms with 150 or fewer attorneys.
Vault praises C&G for its team of “White Collar Whizzes” and underscores the firm’s “strong reputation in this area.”
The publication also highlights the firm’s “bustling litigation practice,” citing its capabilities across a broad spectrum of matters, including antitrust, bankruptcy, class actions, commercial litigation, directors and officers liability, and products liability.
Vault Recognizes Cohen & Gresser in 2026 Rankings
Vault has once again named Cohen & Gresser to its Top 150 Under 150 list, which highlights the nation’s leading law firms with 150 or fewer attorneys.
Cohen & Gresser Expands International Presence With Addition of Partner Nigel Hartridge in Dubai
Global law firm Cohen & Gresser is pleased to announce that Nigel Hartridge has joined the firm as a partner in its Dubai office. Nigel is a dual-qualified English Solicitor and Avocat au Barreau de Paris with more than 40 years of international experience, including over 17 years based in Dubai and earlier work in Bahrain, Egypt, and France. His unique background in both common law (UK) and civil law (France) provides a valuable bridge for clients navigating the legal systems of the Gulf/GCC region.
“Nigel’s deep knowledge of the UAE legal market and his international perspective make him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Lawrence T. Gresser, the firm’s global managing partner. “His experience aligns perfectly with our strategic goals and enhances our capabilities in the region.”
Cohen & Gresser Expands International Presence With Addition of Partner Nigel Hartridge in Dubai
Global law firm Cohen & Gresser is pleased to announce that Nigel Hartridge has joined the firm as a partner in its Dubai office. Nigel is a dual-qualified English Solicitor and Avocat au Barreau de Paris with more than 40 years of international experience, including over 17 years based in Dubai and earlier work in Bahrain, Egypt, and France. His unique background in both common law (UK) and civil law (France) provides a valuable bridge for clients navigating the legal systems of the Gulf/GCC region. “Nigel’s deep knowledge of the UAE legal market and his international perspective make him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Lawrence T. Gresser, the firm’s global managing partner. “His experience aligns perfectly with our strategic goals and enhances our capabilities in the region.” Read our full announcement