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Jordan Laris Cohen is an Associate Professor of Law at Hofstra Law School, where he teaches employment law, labor law, and torts. His research focuses on employment and labor law, particularly at the intersection with civil rights and legal remedies.
- J.D., Yale Law School, 2017
- M.Phil. in Politics (First-Class Honors), University of Oxford, 2014
- B.A. in History and Political Science, summa cum laude, Yale University, 2012
His scholarly work addresses systemic failures in labor law enforcement and proposes statutory reforms to protect vulnerable workers, particularly those impacted by pretrial detention. He advocates for expanded injunctive remedies under the Fair Labor Standards Act to combat wage theft.
His recent publications highlight a focus on legal reform in employment rights and systemic justice, particularly for marginalized populations. These works reflect interdisciplinary engagement with criminal justice, labor policy, and constitutional rights.
Professor Cohen has held significant legal roles prior to academia, including as a trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Labor and a staff attorney with the New York Civil Liberties Union. He clerked for Judge Myron H. Thompson and Judge Pierre N. Leval.
He has not been publicly associated with any formal scientific awards or fellowships.
Professor Cohen advises on labor and civil rights litigation and has been involved in impact litigation concerning immigrant rights, freedom of speech, and access to medical care in jails. His public service reflects a commitment to social justice and systemic reform.
He is affiliated with the Hofstra Law faculty and contributes to legal scholarship through research, teaching, and public advocacy in labor and civil rights law.
