Criminal Defense

Elias Kohn Law recognizes the profound injustices built into the U.S. criminal justice system—from disproportionate incarceration rates and the pressure placed on defendants to accept plea deals even when they are innocent to the lack of individualized attention given to defendants, witnesses, and victims. These systemic inequities demand a defense that looks beyond the surface and challenges the status quo.

To combat these challenges, Mr. Kohn draws on his experience as an Assistant District Attorney for the City of Philadelphia, which gives him deep insight into prosecutorial decision‑making, charging practices, plea negotiations, and trial strategy. He pairs that background with years of handling complex federal civil litigation, bringing a willingness and the skill to pursue aggressive motions and discovery—tools often underused in criminal matters. Because he practices in both civil and criminal courts, Mr. Kohn is uniquely positioned to take on related civil litigation after a criminal charge is beaten or mitigated.

Mr. Kohn was described by his colleague at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office as the most persistent lawyer he had ever met. Mr. Kohn combines that persistence and tenacity with creativity and compassion to deliver exceptional defense for the criminally accused.

At Elias Kohn Law, every case has a defense. We craft the strategy that protects our clients and resists the injustices of the system.