Practice Areas
Dispute Resolution
Experience
Year of Call: 1974
Year of Silk: 1997
Appointments
High Court Judge, Family Division (2017 – 2024)
Deputy High Court Judge, Family Division (2005 – 2017)
Recorder
President of the Mental Health Review Tribunal
Profile
Sir Jonathan Cohen’s practice as a barrister comprised both high-value financial and complex child law cases. As a full-time High Court Judge, he presided over numerous significant financial disputes, handling directions hearings, Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) appointments, and final hearings. His judicial experience also includes a substantial number of private law children cases, addressing matters such as international relocation and disputes over residence and contact.
Known for his approachable demeanour and incisive approach, Sir Jonathan Cohen has returned to chambers, offering his expertise in Early Neutral Evaluations, private FDRs, mediations, and arbitrations.
Professional Memberships
Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators