David Simon Cohen
Daniel Ebeling Maccia and Cohen • Aliso Viejo, CA
EntertainmentGeneral PracticeInsurancePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(844) 334-0809
Address
Aliso Viejo, CA, US
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About
**David S. Cohen, Partner at Daniel Ebeling, Maccia and Cohen** Located in Aliso Viejo, California, David S. Cohen serves as a partner at Daniel Ebeling, Maccia and Cohen, where he leads the firm’s California office. With a robust background in general practice and insurance law, David combines his legal expertise with a deep understanding of the sports industry, making him an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex legal landscapes. In addition to his role at the firm, David is the General Counsel for Tempus Ex Machina, Inc., a pioneering sports technology startup. He is also the founder of Major League Business LLC, a consulting firm dedicated to providing strategic business advice to organizations and individuals both within and outside the sports sector. David’s impressive career includes serving as the Head of Player Operations for the Alliance of American Football, where he successfully built a department of 175 professionals, facilitating the growth of the organization from fewer than 30 to over 1,100 employees. His tenure as General Counsel for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was marked by significant achievements, including a 55% reduction in organizational turnover and key involvement in a $180 million renovation of Raymond James Stadium. Before his time with the Buccaneers, David spent nine years at Angels Baseball LP and AM830 KLAA, where he managed the legal department and contributed to various operational facets including human resources, sponsorship, ticket sales, and marketing. His early career as an Athletic Trainer with the Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, and Montreal Expos provided him with invaluable insights into the sports industry. Recognized by his peers in the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), David was awarded the 2019 ACC Network Member of the Year and was named a “Top 10 Thirty-Something” in 2013. His diverse experience and dedication to client service make him a trusted advocate in the legal field.
About Entertainment Law
Entertainment attorneys represent artists, producers, and companies in the entertainment industry. They handle contracts, intellectual property, and disputes. Common matters include entertainment contracts, music rights, film deals, talent representation.
Credentials
Education
2004 California Western SOL JD - Juris Doctor 2001 West Virginia University MS 1995 West Virginia University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Top Corporate Counsel Award Finalist, Tampa Bay Business Journal 2015 Hall of Fame, West Virginia University College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences 2014 Finalist - Top Corporate Counsel, Tampa Bay Business Journal 2013 Top 10 Thirty-Something's, Association of Corporate Counsel
Publications
2015 Front Office Sports From Wrapping Ankles to Writing Contracts, the Journey of David Cohen, Esq. 2014 Association of Corporate Counsel CLO Perspectives From Athletic Trainer to General Counsel: David Cohen of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2012 OC Lawyer The Law Of Angels: David Cohen 2011 Ruling Sports The Power of a Network: Becoming General Counsel of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
Associations
2013 - Present Association of Corporate Counsel (West Central Florida chapter) 2006 - Present Association of Corporate Counsel 2001 - Present Sports Lawyers Association 1988 - Present National Athletic Trainers Association
Speaking
2018 Temple University Sports Law Symposium Embracing and Managing Change 2018 Sports PR Summit Navigating PR in the Zero Tolerance Era 2018 Association of Corporate Counsel Tampa Bay Spring Symposium Anatomy of an Employment Law Class Action 2018 Association of Corporate Counsel Midyear Meeting Negotiating With Internal Stakeholders 2017 Ogletree Deakins Client Exclusive Conference The Employment Law Game
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Updated: May 25, 2026