Atty. Jacob Paul Zipfel

Atty. Jacob Paul Zipfel

Jacob Paul Zipfel is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, securities, corporate governance and m&a litigation. Jacob received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Chicago Chicago 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Jacob Paul Zipfel at a glance

Jacob Paul Zipfel is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on m&a and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois Northern District of Illinois (2008) and Washington (2016). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 2008) and Florida State University (B.S., 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jacob Paul Zipfel is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, securities, corporate governance and m&a litigation
  • Jacob received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Jacob practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jacob Paul Zipfel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jacob Paul Zipfel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jacob Paul Zipfel

Where is Jacob Paul Zipfel's law office located?
Jacob Paul Zipfel's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacob Paul Zipfel handle?
Jacob Paul Zipfel focuses on m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jacob Paul Zipfel practiced law?
Jacob Paul Zipfel has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Jacob Paul Zipfel go to law school?
Jacob Paul Zipfel earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S., 2005).
How can I contact Jacob Paul Zipfel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 2008
B.S.
Florida State University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2016

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