Atty. James M. Jacobson

Atty. James M. Jacobson

Mr. James M.

Boston Boston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Jacobson at a glance

James M. Jacobson is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991) and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1990) and Yale University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James M. Jacobson is a lawyer practicing health care, health insurance, integrated health care delivery systems and 23 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Jacobson's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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.

James M. Jacobson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Jacobson

Where is James M. Jacobson's law office located?
James M. Jacobson's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Jacobson handle?
James M. Jacobson focuses on contracts, business, ip, bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James M. Jacobson practiced law?
James M. Jacobson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James M. Jacobson go to law school?
James M. Jacobson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact James M. Jacobson for a consultation?
You can contact James M. 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 James M. Jacobson received?
James M. Jacobson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1990
B.A.
Yale University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992

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