Atty. David Stephen Jacobs
David Stephen Jacobs is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, matrimonial law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 56+ Years Experience
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About David Stephen Jacobs at a Glance
David Stephen Jacobs is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Jacobs and Cohen. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1970). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1969) and Brooklyn College of the City University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Stephen Jacobs
- David Stephen Jacobs is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, matrimonial law and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
- David practices at Jacobs and Cohen in Brooklyn, NY
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David Stephen Jacobs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Stephen Jacobs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
Criminal Defense in Brooklyn
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Family Law in Brooklyn
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Business & Corporate Law in Brooklyn
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Brooklyn
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Civil Litigation in Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Brooklyn are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose David Stephen 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 David Stephen Jacobs's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Stephen Jacobs brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and business, David Stephen Jacobs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means David Stephen Jacobs attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Stephen Jacobs Handles in Brooklyn
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