Flock of legals contributor Matthew J Cohen has joined the Perlman Law Group. The high powered LA criminal law firm operates from it’s office on Sunset Blvd in Hollywood, California. The firm was founded by former Maryland State Attorney Prosecutor Daniel R Perlman and now includes Matthew J Cohen and Chad Calabria. Matthew is still available for consulation on criminal, traffic, and DUI matters and can be reached by calling the Perlman Law Group at 310-557-1700
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