High-profile criminal cases bring intense public and media attention. If you are accused in a high-profile case, the media may follow every stage of your case, making it critical to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney as early as possible. Interview requests, press questions, and constant public attention can quickly become overwhelming for you and your family. A skilled attorney can protect your rights, manage media pressure, and guide you through every step of the case.
The Cohen Defense Group is the largest private criminal defense firm in the foothills, with offices in Roseville, Auburn, Nevada City, and Truckee. Our lawyers have the expertise to handle high-profile criminal cases. We are here to help. Contact us for a free consultation.
Here are some examples of high-profile cases the Cohen Defense Group has handled:
People v. Serafini (Placer County, CA)
Barry Zimmerman, our senior litigator, handled post murder conviction proceedings for former Major League Baseball pitcher Danny Serafini. Keith Morrison interviewed him for Dateline’s “Deadly Swagger” episode that aired April 17, 2026.
People v. Arthur Prosser (Nevada County, CA)
Barry Zimmerman won a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity in the crossbow shooting of the defendant’s brother, which occurred while the defendant was suffering a paranoid psychotic break from reality.
People v. Rory Banks (Yuba County, CA)
In a jury trial, Barry Zimmerman represented Rory Banks in one of the first QAnon murder cases in the nation.
People v. Roman Glukhoy (Placer County, CA)
In a jury trial, David Cohen represented the defendant who, along with his twin brother, was charged with murder for a car crash that happened during a car chase.
People v. Anthony Cordero (Placer County, CA)
David Cohen represented Mr. Cordero and successfully resolved a murder case for charges of battery and accessory to manslaughter.
People v. Terry Lynn Lawhead-Steele (Placer County, CA)
Danielle Keller represented Ms. Lawhead who was accused of helping her brother hide from investigators in a 1991 murder case.
