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JEREMY COHEN
Pet Law Attorney
The story of Boston Dog Lawyers begins long before the firm officially launched in 2016. In fact, the seeds were planted back in the seventh grade when founder Jeremy Cohen faced a pivotal moment.
Confronted with a racist teacher bullying his classmates, Cohen organized his peers to stand up and take action. This experience taught him a vital lesson: "You can be heard, and you can make change." That belief in the power of using one’s voice to protect the vulnerable became a guiding principle for Cohen.
While his early passion for helping the "underdog" wasn't as literal at the time, Cohen knew he wanted to stand up for those who couldn’t speak for themselves. Law school seemed like a natural path, but it presented the challenge of how to stand out in a crowded field.
The answer came unexpectedly when his stepchildren’s dog, Jesse, faced multiple accusations of biting, and the town sought to have him euthanized. Cohen stepped in, used his legal expertise to fight for Jesse, and won the appeal, saving the dog’s life.
That case changed everything. It showed Cohen that not only could he make a difference for animals, but he could also help families in devastating situations who often didn’t know they had options. Jesse’s case opened the door to other, similar cases, and by 2008, Cohen was representing dogs, cats, and even horses in legal battles. By the time he formally hung Boston Dog Lawyers’ shingle in 2016, Cohen had already handled 35 cases—many involving pets unfairly labeled as "dangerous" by those unfamiliar with animal behavior.
Today, he also takes on custody cases, cases involving emotional support animals and wrongful pet injury and defends dog owners when they’re being sued.
For Cohen, the mission goes deeper than just saving pets. He understands that pet owners have rights—rights that are often overlooked or ignored.
"Families have a right to be heard. As a defense, we have a right to find out how this happened, why it happened, and how to prevent it,” he says.
But too often, decisions about a pet’s fate are made by people with little understanding of animal behavior or the unique bond between pets and their owners. Cohen aims to change that.
His mission became clear: To advocate for the rights of pet owners and ensure that authorities reach the right decisions in the right way.
Cohen’s dedication is relentless. His determination to keep fighting for those who can’t speak for themselves drives him. His work doesn’t stop at individual cases, either. Cohen has helped shape policy and law in Massachusetts, including his role in the passage of Ollie’s Law, which regulates boarding facilities, and his involvement in establishing legal precedent for shared custody of pets.
Boston Dog Lawyers is more than just a law firm; it’s a lifeline for pet owners who feel powerless in the face of an unjust system. While it’s not always about the money, Cohen firmly believes that courts need to place greater value on pets’ lives, pushing back against a system that often sees pets as replaceable.
For Cohen, every case is personal. He approaches each one with the belief that he can win, but outcome aside, his ultimate goal is for every pet owner to feel seen, heard, and understood—knowing how deeply he cares about their beloved companion. At its core, Boston Dog Lawyers isn’t just about legal victories; it’s about ensuring that pet owners have a voice, that cases are handled with the care they deserve, and that the legal system values the lives of pets as more than just property.
"We’re not going to quit," Cohen says, and that determination fuels everything Boston Dog Lawyers stands for today—and will continue to stand for in the future.
OUR REVIEWS
"If you’re looking for a high quality attorney who is also a kind and honest person, look no further than Boston Dog Lawyers. Attorney Cohen was extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and committed to helping me with my case. More than that, attorney Cohen was incredibly empathetic and supportive throughout my entire time working with him. He helped me to feel empowered throughout the court process, and made me feel heard and validated. I had complete trust in him and his abilities. He helped me set realistic expectations about my case, but still explored every avenue to try and help me reach my desired outcome. I enthusiastically recommend working with Attorney Cohen and his team at Boston Dog Lawyers!" -Chelsea M.