Atty. Cheryl Jacobs
Cheryl Jacobs is a lawyer practicing elder law, medicaid hearings, medicaid planning and 9 other areas of law. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Cheryl Jacobs at a Glance
Cheryl Jacobs is an Associate based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Marino Associates. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on probate, class action, foreclosure, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1998), and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Temple University (B.A., 1977). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Cheryl Jacobs
- Cheryl Jacobs is a lawyer practicing elder law, medicaid hearings, medicaid planning and 9 other areas of law
- Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Cheryl practices at Marino Associates in Philadelphia, PA
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Cheryl Jacobs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl Jacobs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Probate in Philadelphia
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Class Action in Philadelphia
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Foreclosure Defense in Philadelphia
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Elder Law in Philadelphia
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Cheryl Jacobs
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 Cheryl Jacobs's practice in the field of probate, class action, foreclosure, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Cheryl Jacobs brings 34+ 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 Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and U.S. Supreme Court, Cheryl Jacobs can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, class action, and foreclosure, Cheryl Jacobs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Cheryl Jacobs 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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