Atty. Peter Jakab

Atty. Peter Jakab

Peter Jakab is a lawyer practicing general practice, personal injury, wills, trusts, estates and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

New York New York 39 Years Experience 39 year
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About Peter Jakab at a glance

Peter Jakab is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Fein & Jakab. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1987), California (1989), and New York (1996). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1987) and Boston University (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Jakab is a lawyer practicing general practice, personal injury, wills, trusts, estates and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Peter practices at Fein & Jakab in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Jakab's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Personal Injury

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Jakab

Where is Peter Jakab's law office located?
Peter Jakab's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Fein & Jakab. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Jakab handle?
Peter Jakab focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Jakab practiced law?
Peter Jakab has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Peter Jakab go to law school?
Peter Jakab earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Peter Jakab for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1987
B.A.
Boston University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1996

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