Atty. Jacob Peter Westerhof

Atty. Jacob Peter Westerhof

Jacob Peter Westerhof is a lawyer practicing litigation, public employment law, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law. Jacob received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Madison Madison 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Jacob Peter Westerhof at a glance

Jacob Peter Westerhof is an Attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at DeWitt LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1996). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1996) and Calvin College (B.A., 1991). Active member of Dane County, Seventh Circuit, Western District of Wisconsin and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jacob Peter Westerhof is a lawyer practicing litigation, public employment law, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Jacob received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Jacob practices at DeWitt LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Jacob Peter Westerhof's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jacob Peter Westerhof

Where is Jacob Peter Westerhof's law office located?
Jacob Peter Westerhof's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is DeWitt LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacob Peter Westerhof handle?
Jacob Peter Westerhof focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Jacob Peter Westerhof practiced law?
Jacob Peter Westerhof has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Jacob Peter Westerhof go to law school?
Jacob Peter Westerhof earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Jacob Peter Westerhof for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1996
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996

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