Cozen O'Connor

Cozen O’Connor is recognized as one of the top 100 law firms in the United States, boasting a team of over 800 lawyers across 31 cities on two continents. Our firm offers a wide range of services and is well-known for its expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations. Our attorneys have worked in various sectors, bringing valuable experience to our diverse clientele, which includes global Fortune 500 companies, growing mid-sized businesses, ambitious startups, and prominent individuals. In a profession where words are important, Cozen O’Connor stands out for its actions. We have built our reputation through meticulous work and numerous successes. Our lawyers have strong academic backgrounds and blend intellectual strength with practical solutions and efficiency. We provide thoughtful, business-oriented guidance focused on achieving the best outcomes for our clients. Regardless of the complexity, challenges, or significance of the case, we are dedicated to seeing it through to completion.

National

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#531819

United States

#132580

Law and Government/Legal

#719

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

Paul Atkins: SEC Chairman Nomination Hearing – A Legal Update [Alert]

2 weeks ago | cozen.com | Alexander Cohen |Kevin Roggow |Zachary Weiss

On March 27, 2025, the Senate Banking Committee (Committee) held Paul Atkins’ confirmation hearing for Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission). Below are some highlights, observations, and takeaways following the hearing. On April 3, Atkins’ nomination cleared the Committee along party lines and is now headed to the full Senate for a vote. It is our expectation that Atkins will be confirmed as SEC Chairman by next month (May 2025).
Cozen O’Connor Adds Veteran Litigator and Former Judge Jeff K. Work to its Global Insurance Department

2 weeks ago | cozen.com | Joseph Ziemianski |David Barron

HOUSTON, April 7, 2025 – Cozen O'Connor today welcomed prominent litigator and former Texas state district court judge Jeff K. Work to its fast-growing Global Insurance Department. Work, who focuses his practice on corporate-level civil and commercial litigation, including product liability cases, joins Cozen O’Connor as a member and will work out of its Houston office.
Virginia Viewpoint: Reconvened Session Update

3 weeks ago | cozen.com | Michael Martz |Elizabeth Beyer |Olivia Diaz |Julia Hammond

Virginia Viewpoint: Reconvened Session Update As the dogwoods bloom, so did debate in the Capitol — where Governor Glenn Youngkin’s amendments and vetoes took center stage. On Wednesday, the Virginia General Assembly reconvened in Richmond to consider the Governor’s changes to legislation and the state budget. Legislators worked into the evening, reviewing 205 budget recommendations, 8 line-item vetoes, 157 legislative vetoes, and 159 bill amendments.
Virginia Viewpoint: Executive Edits

1 month ago | cozen.com | Elizabeth Beyer |Markus Schmidt |Tannock Blair

Virginia Viewpoint: Executive Edits When the General Assembly reconvenes in Richmond next week, legislators will face a staggeringly full agenda. Ahead of Monday's 11:59 PM deadline, Governor Youngkin acted on more than 900 bills — vetoing 157, amending 159, and signing 599 into law. While this year’s veto count is high, it falls short of the record-setting 201 vetoes he issued last year.
SEC Examination 2025 Priorities Report Summary [LexisNexis]

1 month ago | cozen.com | Alexander Cohen |Zachary Weiss

Alexander Cohen and Zachary Weiss contributed an article to LexisNexis discussing the key takeaways from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Examinations’ 2025 priorities report. Alex and Zachary cover the Division’s priorities for reviews of investment advisors, investment companies, and broker-dealers; the risk areas impacting various market participants; and the other market participants the Division intends to examine. To read the full article, click here.
Virginia Viewpoint: Sine Die Report

1 month ago | cozen.com | Markus Schmidt |Olivia Diaz |Dwayne Yancey

Virginia Viewpoint: Sine Die Report The Virginia General Assembly officially adjourned sine die on Saturday, wrapping up a short yet frenzied 46-day Regular Session. Attention now shifts to the Governor, who will review the budget and conduct bill review ahead of the Reconvened Session scheduled for early April, when the General Assembly will take their turn to consider the Governor’s actions.
Unpacking Dark Patterns [Alert]

1 month ago | cozen.com | Andrew Baer |Christopher C. Dodson

“Dark patterns” have increasingly been the focus of legislative and regulatory scrutiny. Yet the phrase is never used in business. No business designs a website, mobile app, or business process with the instruction, “let’s create a dark pattern.” But recent state comprehensive privacy laws and regulatory actions blending privacy and consumer protection law make it clear that using a dark pattern is a legally risky action.
Leading Illinois Lobbyist Sydney Corryn Holman Returns to Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

2 months ago | cozen.com | Howard Schweitzer

CHICAGO – February 5, 2025 –Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, an affiliate of the law firm Cozen O’Connor, is pleased to announce Sydney Corryn Holman — who has served as Chicago’s deputy mayor of Intergovernmental Affairs and, prior to that, deputy director of Legislative Affairs for Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker — has returned to its highly esteemed government relations practice.
Broad Street Brief: City Council to Tackle Affordable Housing

2 months ago | cozen.com | Joseph Hill |Brianna Westbrooks

CITY HALL City Council Turns Attention to Affordable Housing, Rental Regulations During Thursday’s meeting, Philadelphia City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (District 3) introduced a legislative package to streamline zoning and permitting processes to boost affordable housing development, while Councilmember Rue Landau (At-Large) introduced legislation to establish caps on security deposits and application fees for residential rentals.
Lawyers' Phones Are Ringing: What Should Employers Do If ICE Raids Their Business?

2 months ago | cozen.com | Scott Bettridge |David Adams

Monday, January 27, 2025 Scott Bettridge and David Adams were quoted in a Law.com article discussing immigration enforcement actions in New Jersey. ICE raids pose threats not only to individuals but also to businesses, as seen with recent detainments in Newark.