Atty. Bernard Jacobson
Mr. Bernard Jacobson is a lawyer practicing banking, lending & structured finance, distressed property and 3 other areas of law.
Banking & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 71+ Years Experience
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About Bernard Jacobson at a Glance
Bernard Jacobson is an Of Counsel based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in CT (1955) and FL (1957). Educated at Columbia Univ. (LL.B., 1954) and Amherst College (A.B., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bernard Jacobson
- Mr. Bernard Jacobson is a lawyer practicing banking, lending & structured finance, distressed property and 3 other areas of law
- Bernard received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years
- Bernard practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL
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Bernard Jacobson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Jacobson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Business & Corporate Law in Miami
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Miami
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Miami
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Miami Choose Bernard Jacobson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bernard Jacobson's practice in the field of business, real estate, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Bernard Jacobson brings 71+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in CT and FL, Bernard Jacobson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and m&a, Bernard Jacobson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Bernard Jacobson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Bernard Jacobson Handles in Miami
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