ABCL Officers & Leadership

Distinguished Criminal Trial Lawyers Committed to Excellence, Integrity, and Justice

The American Board of Criminal Lawyers (ABCL) is guided by experienced criminal trial attorneys committed to advancing excellence in criminal defense advocacy, protecting constitutional rights, and upholding the highest standards of professional integrity. The organization’s officers and leadership help carry forward the vision established by founder Nathan Cohn in 1978: recognizing outstanding criminal trial lawyers and preserving the fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution.

ABCL leadership reflects a tradition of courtroom excellence and dedication to the rule of law. Criminal defense attorneys frequently confront complex legal challenges, serious criminal allegations, and cases involving significant constitutional questions. Through their professional experience and commitment to the legal profession, the organization’s leaders help promote the importance of independent defense counsel, due process, the presumption of innocence, and the right to a fair trial.

The officers of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers support the organization’s mission of recognizing distinguished criminal trial attorneys, encouraging professional collaboration, and preserving the traditions of effective criminal defense representation. Their leadership reinforces the principle that protecting the rights of the accused is essential to protecting the Constitution, individual liberty, and the integrity of the American criminal justice system.