Team

MICHAEL H. COHEN
FOUNDING ATTORNEY

Michael served as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Adjunct faculty at Harvard School of Public Health.  He is Author of 6 leading books on Health and Wellness Law. Recognized for his contribution to international health law and policy. Michael is a thought leader in health care law, pioneering legal strategies and solutions for clients in traditional and emerging healthcare markets.

DREW BARNHOLTZ
OF COUNSEL

Drew R. Barnholtz brings over 25 years of corporate, entrepreneurial and law firm experience, focused on regulatory and transactional matters in the life sciences, health care, technology, finance and manufacturing industries. His clients value his advice, knowing that it is informed by a career that is rich in the kinds of experience that yields keen insights, good judgement, and a bottom-line business orientation.

ELISSA BREWSTER
OF COUNSEL

For the past 20 years, Elissa’s practice has primarily been focused on advising senior executives in the healthcare industry on risks and compliance with federal and state laws while simultaneously managing the day-to-day legal operations of their organizations. Elissa has worked with various companies and individuals to improve technology, revenue, and operations for healthcare organizations, where she focuses her time reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts and agreements.

FRANCINE ELLIOT
OF COUNSEL

For almost 20 years, Francine’s practice has primarily focused on healthcare and transactional law representing healthcare providers throughout the healthcare industry from individuals to large entities. She started off her practice focusing on medical malpractice defense in a law firm but expanded her practice over the years in law firms and eventually went in-house.

AMRITA GOEL
OF COUNSEL

Amrita started her career as an in-house attorney at Accretive Health, Inc., a revenue-cycle management company for healthcare entities. There she worked under both the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, focusing on reviewing and drafting hospital client and vendor contracts, business associate agreements, non-disclosure agreements, policies, procedures, and other legal memoranda, as well as providing company-wide compliance training and education, investigating compliance incidents, assisting in discovery and litigation, and serving as legal contact for the physician advisory services arm of the organization.

FISHER JAMES KINSLOW
OF COUNSEL

Jim is a member of the California State Bar and has over 20 years legal experience primarily focused on providing legal advice and support to pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies located in California.

MARK PAXTON
OF COUNSEL

Before entering back into private practice in 2023, Mark most recently served as the FDA sponsor representative for the Surgeon General of the Army, where he served as the final decision maker on all regulatory submissions to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In that capacity, Mark oversaw approximately 80 different military medical projects covering drugs, biologics and devices amounting to over 200 submissions per year.

CHRISTIAN MANIQUIS
CLIENT CARE TEAM DIRECTOR

Christian brings a wealth of expertise with over a decade of experience in the Aviation Industry, having embarked on his journey in 2011 at one of Asia’s largest airlines.

From this previous career, he developed his prowess in customer relations, where he adeptly engaged with individuals from diverse cultures, nationalities, and backgrounds, which became a testament to his exceptional interpersonal skills. Throughout his career, he consistently stood out as a top performer, achieving remarkable feats in generating ancillary revenue for the company.

OKI TJANDRAKUSUMA
IT/OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Oki’s career spans from the intricate workings of IT systems to the strategic orchestration of operational excellence. Beginning in System and Network Administration, he swiftly ascended into IT Management, fueled by his innate knack for problem-solving.

Seeking new challenges, Oki transitioned to work on family business, where he orchestrated a modernization drive, leveraging his tech expertise to streamline operations. Joining Cohen Healthcare Law Group as a freelance IT specialist, he quickly rose to IT Director position, catalyzing technological advancement and bolstering organizational efficiency.

As his journey unfolded, Oki’s role expanded into operational management, where his problem-solving passion blends his deep-rooted IT acumen with strategic foresight, to guide the firm along with respective shareholders towards unparalleled growth through innovative solutions.

ALEX ARMBRUSTER
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST

Alex has been working in the customer service field for more than a decade while venturing into her most recent role as a Business Development Specialist. She dabbled into the start-up community that has provided her with experience on different roles from cross-functionality as well as working in fast paced environments. She has experience with operations, loan collections, business development, and administrative tasks such as authoring manuals and policies.

Her work ethic allows her to perform well and handle clients with utmost care while maintaining professionalism.

KIANALY DE LEON
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST

With over 12 years of dedicated experience in customer service, Kianaly honed her skills across a range of functions, including retention, training, and quality assurance. Her career journey has involved working with leading companies such as Verizon Wireless, Samsung, and Dish Network, where she spent over 7 years refining her expertise. At Dish Network, she gained invaluable experience in managing complex customer interactions and implementing strategies to enhance service delivery.

Throughout her career, Kianaly have been committed to improving customer satisfaction and fostering positive relationships through effective communication and problem-solving. Her background in training and quality assurance has enabled her to develop and mentor teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and continuous improvement in service standards. Her diverse experience, along with her impeccable observance of protocols and her passion for excellence drive her ability to contribute meaningfully to customer service operations and organizational success.

JANEL MERILLENO
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST

Janel is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in both customer service and administration. She spent 10 years as a cabin crew purser, leading flight teams and ensuring exceptional passenger care. After her aviation career, Janel transitioned to a Sales Administrator role at a driving school, where she managed client relations and streamlined operations. Her expertise in both leadership and organizational management has been key to her success across diverse industries.

AMYBELLE NEPOMUCENO
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST

Amy is an analytical, detail-oriented and hard-working professional with over 15 years of experience in end-to-end account management for one of the top international companies. She specializes in working with clients from different industries and sectors – handling customer relations, sales, distribution, risk management, process development and support services.

Her passion for continuous improvement, exceeding clients’ expectations and knowledge of products and services developed her skills to effectively address inquiries, resolve issues and ensure a positive customer experience.