Atty. Joni S. Jacobsen

Atty. Joni S. Jacobsen

Joni S. Jacobsen is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, class actions and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (224) 732-2097 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joni S. Jacobsen at a glance

Joni S. Jacobsen is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, class action, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2020). Educated at The University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1997) and The University of Utah (B.A., 1991). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joni S. Jacobsen is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, class actions and 6 other areas of law
  • Joni received a B.A. degree from The University of Utah in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Joni practices at Dechert LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joni S. Jacobsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joni S. Jacobsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joni S. Jacobsen

Where is Joni S. Jacobsen's law office located?
Joni S. Jacobsen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Dechert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joni S. Jacobsen handle?
Joni S. Jacobsen focuses on business, class action, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joni S. Jacobsen practiced law?
Joni S. Jacobsen has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Joni S. Jacobsen go to law school?
Joni S. Jacobsen earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Joni S. Jacobsen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Chicago Law School
- 1997
B.A.
The University of Utah
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2020

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