Atty. John Patrick Jacobs

Atty. John Patrick Jacobs

John Patrick Jacobs is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, international law, securities & investment fraud and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Patrick Jacobs at a glance

John Patrick Jacobs is a Special Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Steptoe LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, bankruptcy, securities, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1976). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1973). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Patrick Jacobs is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, international law, securities & investment fraud and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Steptoe LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Patrick Jacobs's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Securities Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Patrick Jacobs

Where is John Patrick Jacobs's law office located?
John Patrick Jacobs's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Steptoe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Patrick Jacobs handle?
John Patrick Jacobs focuses on employment, bankruptcy, securities, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Patrick Jacobs practiced law?
John Patrick Jacobs has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Patrick Jacobs go to law school?
John Patrick Jacobs earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact John Patrick Jacobs for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1976
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1976

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