Ashlee Colonna Cohen

Ashlee Colonna Cohen

Founder

Ashlee Colonna Cohen is the founder of Colonna Cohen Law, PLLC. With a decade of experience in the merchant cash advance industry, Ms. Colonna Cohen leverages a unique perspective, having started on the lender’s side. However, after witnessing the unmitigated greed that often plagues the industry, she made the decision to switch sides and dedicate her career to representing business borrowers who needed help. Specializing in defending clients against predatory merchant cash advance practices, Ms. Colonna Cohen provides clear, strategic, and aggressive representation to protect business owners’ interests.

Ms. Colonna Cohen’s novel approach to merchant cash advance lending—exposing these transactions as usurious loans in disguise—has not only achieved significant victories for her clients but has also drawn the attention of government regulators. Her cases have been cited by the Federal Trade Commission, the New York Attorney General’s Office, and the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office in their actions against the same predatory lenders. These agencies have used her case law and legal precedents as the foundation for their enforcement actions, further solidifying her reputation as a trailblazer in the field.

Ms. Colonna Cohen’s work has been featured in publications such as The City and the New York Post, reflecting her dedication to holding predatory lenders accountable and advocating for vulnerable borrowers. A steadfast supporter of small business owners, she works closely with her clients to tackle complex legal challenges and ensure their rights and interests are effectively represented.

In addition to addressing merchant cash advance disputes, Colonna Cohen Law, PLLC, also provides representation for a wide range of non-MCA business debts, including lines of credit, asset-based lending, business credit cards, and other commercial financing issues. The firm is well-equipped to handle the complexities of these transactions, offering tailored strategies to help clients negotiate fair terms, reduce debt burdens, and regain financial stability.

At Colonna Cohen Law, PLLC, the mission is to protect business borrowers by challenging unfair transactions, negotiating substantial savings, and securing extended repayment terms for clients burdened by oppressive debt. Through practical, results-driven strategies, Ms. Colonna Cohen empowers her clients to regain control of their finances, enabling them to focus on the growth and success of their businesses.