
Kimberly Sarah Cohen, Bankruptcy Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Employment
PartneratShipman & Goodwin LLP
Hartford, CT
Practicing bankruptcy in Hartford since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kimberly Sarah Cohen is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Employment. Kimberly has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP.
- Based in
- Hartford, CT
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Employment
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Employment matters from Hartford, CT.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kimberly Sarah Cohen: Kimberly Sarah Cohen is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Employment. Kimberly has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kimberly takes on
Kimberly concentrates on bankruptcy, business, employment, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Employment
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Health Care
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Bankruptcy cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Kimberly takes bankruptcy matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Kimberly takes business matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Kimberly takes employment matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberly agrees to represent you.
General cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Kimberly takes general matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Kimberly takes health care matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kimberly Sarah Cohen — bankruptcy lawyer in Hartford
Kimberly Sarah Cohen is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Employment. Kimberly has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP.
Kimberly Sarah Cohen is a lawyer practicing health care, antitrust / trade law, employment / labor and 4 other areas of law. Kimberly received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kimberly practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.
Working with Kimberly on a bankruptcy matter
Kimberly Sarah Cohen is a lawyer practicing health care, antitrust / trade law, employment / labor and 4 other areas of law. Kimberly received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kimberly practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.
Who Kimberly represents
Kimberly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and employment matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2009
Brandeis University
B.A. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Kimberly's state bar admissions
Connecticut
2009 · ACTIVE
Kimberly studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Brandeis University.
Law school and academic background
Kimberly completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Brandeis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kimberly runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kimberly's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •American Bankruptcy Institute •Connecticut Bar Association: Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section •Turnaround Management Association, Connecticut Chapter •Hartford Bar Association
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Locations
Kimberly Sarah Cohen's office in Hartford
Kimberly's primary office is at One Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kimberly Sarah Cohen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kimberly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kimberly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kimberly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kimberly
Kimberly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kimberly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kimberly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kimberly Sarah Cohen
How much does it cost to hire Kimberly for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kimberly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kimberly offer a free consultation?
Kimberly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Kimberly's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kimberly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kimberly take my case if I'm outside Hartford?
Kimberly is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kimberly will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kimberly?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kimberly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kimberly accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Kimberly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Hartford, Stamford and New Haven in Connecticut
Kimberly handles bankruptcy matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.
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