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with the national law firm
Pepper Hamilton (now
Troutman Pepper) in 1989.
He served as coun-
sel for both debtors and
creditors’ committees
in landmark Chapter 11
bankruptcy proceedings
throughout the United
States and argued cases in
courts across the coun-
try, including the United
States Supreme Court. Bill
served on Pepper Hamilton’s
Executive Committee and
the American College of
Bankruptcy’s Board of
Directors. He also testified
before congressional com-
mittees as their expert on
bankruptcy law.
Among many other pas-
sions, Bill was affectionately
known for his love of all
animals, especially birds, and
his affinity for coney dogs
(heavy chili) and chili cheese
fries. Known as “Papa Bill”
to his adoring grandchildren,
he was always thrilled to
make a donut run, build a
bird feeder, go fishing down
on the dock or just sit and
talk, provided he didn’t close
his eyes for a “two-minute
snooze.”
His four grandchildren cite
his patience, willingness to
listen and genuine interest in
them as inimitable influences
in their lives, careers and
passions.
Bill Cohen was devoted to
service, his community and
helping others. He served
as presidents of Michigan
State Temple Youth (MSTY),
Temple Israel Brotherhood
and, most recently, his
beloved JARC, among many
other leadership roles.
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his wife of 57 years, Ricki;
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