Atty. Howard B Jacobson

Atty. Howard B Jacobson

Howard B Jacobson is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, employee benefits/executive compensation (erisa) and 5 other areas of law. Howard received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Washington Washington 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard B Jacobson at a glance

Howard B Jacobson is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on formation, tax, class action, securities, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1979) and University of Michigan (A.B. Economics, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Howard B Jacobson is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, employee benefits/executive compensation (erisa) and 5 other areas of law
  • Howard received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Howard practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Howard B Jacobson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard B Jacobson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard B Jacobson

Where is Howard B Jacobson's law office located?
Howard B Jacobson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard B Jacobson handle?
Howard B Jacobson focuses on formation, tax, class action, securities, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Howard B Jacobson practiced law?
Howard B Jacobson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Howard B Jacobson go to law school?
Howard B Jacobson earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B. Economics, 1976).
How can I contact Howard B Jacobson for a consultation?
You can contact Howard B Jacobson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Howard B Jacobson received?
Howard B Jacobson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1979
A.B. Economics
University of Michigan
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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