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Atty. James David Jacobs

Atty. James David Jacobs

Mr. James David Jacobs is a lawyer practicing intellectual property advice, patents, trademark and copyright litigation and prosecution and 2 other areas of law.

New York New York 56 yrs experience 56 year
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About James David Jacobs at a glance

James David Jacobs is a patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation attorney based in New York, New York. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in New York (1970), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1970), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and District of Columbia (1981). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1969) and Cornell University (B.E., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York The District of Columbia Bar New York State Bar Association Federal Bar Council New York Intellectual Property Attorney Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James David Jacobs is a lawyer practicing intellectual property advice, patents, trademark and copyright litigation and prosecution and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.E. degree from Cornell University in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James David Jacobs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Jacobs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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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

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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 andnue, 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.

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Where is James David Jacobs's law office located?
James David Jacobs's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Jacobs handle?
James David Jacobs focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James David Jacobs practiced law?
James David Jacobs has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James David Jacobs go to law school?
James David Jacobs earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.E., 1965).
How can I contact James David Jacobs for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Jacobs received?
James David Jacobs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1969
B.E.
Cornell University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic
Admitted: 1982

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