Atty. John J Jacobson

Atty. John J Jacobson

John J. Jacobson has practiced exclusively in employee benefits at Reid and Riege since graduating from law school in 1976.

Hartford Hartford 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John J Jacobson at a glance

John J Jacobson is a Counsel based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Reid and Riege, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1976) and California (1981). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1976) and Bowdoin College A.B. summa cum laude Bowdoin College A.B. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut and American (Member: Taxation Section Employee Benefits Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John J. Jacobson has practiced exclusively in employee benefits at Reid and Riege since graduating from law school in 1976
  • John is a regular speaker at seminars pertaining to employee benefits, and has spoken at seminars sponsored by the American Bar Association, the Connecticut Bar Association and the Connecticut Business and Industry Association
  • John has published articles on employee benefits in the National Law Journal, the Connecticut CPA and the Connecticut Law Tribune

Distinctions

- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Employee Benefits Law for 25 years - Listed in Connecticut Super Lawyers® for Employee Benefits/ERISA (2009-2012)

Practice Areas Explained

John J Jacobson's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J Jacobson

Where is John J Jacobson's law office located?
John J Jacobson's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Reid and Riege, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J Jacobson handle?
John J Jacobson focuses on estate planning, employment, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John J Jacobson practiced law?
John J Jacobson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John J Jacobson go to law school?
John J Jacobson earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
How can I contact John J Jacobson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John J Jacobson received?
John J Jacobson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1976
Bowdoin College A.B. summa cum laude Bowdoin College A.B. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1981

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