Jerry Cohen Receives ABA Tax Section Distinguished Service Award

N. Jerold Cohen (Sutherland Asbill & Brennan, Atlanta), former IRS Chief Counsel (1979-81), received the 2011 Distinguished Service Award from the ABA Tax Section today at the conclusion of its annual May Meeting in Washington, D.C. From the press release:

“Jerry Cohen is an outstanding and committed tax lawyer,” said Charles Egerton, chair of the Section of Taxation.  “His work in the tax profession and his public service to the tax system and to the broader community is an inspiration to all.  Jerry has achieved the highest levels of success in the profession, and respect among his peers. He continues to work toward improving the legal system and to mentor and inspire young lawyers.”

Prior winners:

• 2010              Ronald A. Pearlman
• 2009              Irwin L. Treiger
• 2008              M. Carr Ferguson, Jr. (Acceptance Remarks)
• 2007              Loretta Collins
• 2006              Martin D. Ginsburg (Acceptance Remarks)
• 2005              Jere D. McGaffey
• 2004              K. Martin Worthy
• 2003              M. Bernard Aidinoff
• 2002              James P. Holden
• 2001              Sherwin P. Simmons
• 2000              Frederick G. Corneel
• 1999              Boris Kostelanetz
• 1998              Judge Theodore Tannenwald
• 1997              Edwin S. Cohen
• 1996              Randolph W. Thrower
• 1995              John S. Nolan