Atty. John Robert Jacob

Atty. John Robert Jacob

Mr. John Robert Jacob is a lawyer practicing health care, policy and regulation, health industry.

Washington Washington 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (202) 367-9055

Profile Summary

About John Robert Jacob at a glance

John Robert Jacob is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on health care. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1993), District of Columbia (1994), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Sup (1999). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 1993) and Colgate University (A.B. English, 1988). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar (Member, Health Law Section) American Health Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Robert Jacob is a lawyer practicing health care, policy and regulation, health industry
  • John received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Robert Jacob's Areas of Practice

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

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Robert Jacob

Where is John Robert Jacob's law office located?
John Robert Jacob's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robert Jacob handle?
John Robert Jacob focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Robert Jacob practiced law?
John Robert Jacob has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John Robert Jacob go to law school?
John Robert Jacob earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B. English, 1988).
How can I contact John Robert Jacob for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 1993
A.B. English
Colgate University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Sup
Admitted: 1999

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