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Alexander Cohen

Evaluator · DISC type scd
Partner at Armstrong Teasdale
📍 New York, New York, United States

Alexander Cohen is a Partner at Armstrong Teasdale in New York, specializing in securities regulation and litigation. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, he is described by colleagues as a highly effective communicator and an analytically precise thinker. He focuses on high-stakes enforcement investigations and complex regulatory issues.

Drawing from his political science degree at Rutgers University, Alexander has a keen interest in politics. He has been actively involved in political campaigns, including working on a gubernatorial effort and running for student council, and maintains a professional interest in governmental bodies like the Department of Justice.

A former professor noted that Alexander was in the top 2% of all students he ever taught at Rutgers University.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Partner
Location
New York, New York, United States
Personality Overview

How Alexander shows up

Quality Focused
Fast But Analytical
Thorough Evaluator

They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Priorities

Topics Alexander cares about

Securities Enforcement
He frequently speaks on and writes articles about the securities enforcement landscape, particularly concerning FINRA oversight and SEC regulations for investment advisers.
Regulatory Compliance
Co-authored a Law360 article outlining key compliance takeaways from FINRA’s Oversight Report, advising financial firms on protecting investors and maintaining market integrity.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Partner
Armstrong Teasdale
6-2024 - 1-2026
Member
Cozen O'Connor
9-2015 - 6-2024
Associate
Sidley Austin LLP
In the press

Media appearances

Latte With a Lawyer Podcast - Armstrong Teasdale. Featured in Armstrong Teasdale
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Armstrong Teasdale Adds Partner Alexander Cohen, Strengthens Securities, Regulation and Financial Services Capabilities. Featured in Armstrong Teasdale (firm news)
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Education
2012 - 2015
J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
2007 - 2011
BA
Rutgers University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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