Atty. Leslie William Jacobs

Atty. Leslie William Jacobs

Mr. Leslie William Jacobs is a lawyer practicing competition, antitrust & white-collar crime, business litigation, international.

Cleveland Cleveland 58 yrs experience 58 year
Call (216) 666-3306 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Leslie William Jacobs at a glance

Leslie William Jacobs is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Thompson Hine LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1968), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1970), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1968) and Northwestern University School of Management (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Life. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Leslie William Jacobs is a lawyer practicing competition, antitrust & white-collar crime, business litigation, international
  • Leslie received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University School of Management in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Leslie practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie William Jacobs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie William Jacobs 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leslie William Jacobs

Where is Leslie William Jacobs's law office located?
Leslie William Jacobs's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Thompson Hine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie William Jacobs handle?
Leslie William Jacobs focuses on business, white collar, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Leslie William Jacobs practiced law?
Leslie William Jacobs has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Leslie William Jacobs go to law school?
Leslie William Jacobs earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact Leslie William Jacobs for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie William Jacobs 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 Leslie William Jacobs received?
Leslie William Jacobs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1968
B.S.
Northwestern University School of Management
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia and U.S. Court of I
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Eleventh and Federal Circuits
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and French Order, Bar
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2004

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