Atty. Raphael G Jacobs
Raphael G Jacobs is a lawyer practicing real estate law, wills, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. Raphael received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Tenafly, NJ · 66+ Years Experience
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About Raphael G Jacobs at a Glance
Raphael G Jacobs is a Member based in Tenafly, New Jersey, practicing at Jacobs and Bell A Professional Association. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1960) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1960). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1960) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Tenafly, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Raphael G Jacobs
- Raphael G Jacobs is a lawyer practicing real estate law, wills, corporate law and 5 other areas of law
- Raphael received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Raphael practices at Jacobs and Bell A Professional Association in Tenafly, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Raphael G Jacobs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Raphael G Jacobs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tenafly.
Wills in Tenafly
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Estate Planning & Probate in Tenafly
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Raphael G Jacobs is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →
Business & Corporate Law in Tenafly
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Raphael G Jacobs is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Real Estate Law in Tenafly
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Raphael G Jacobs is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
Land Use & Zoning in Tenafly
Raphael G Jacobs is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tenafly
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tenafly are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tenafly Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tenafly-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tenafly Choose Raphael G Jacobs
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Raphael G Jacobs's practice in the field of wills, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Raphael G Jacobs brings 66+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, Raphael G Jacobs can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, estate planning, and business, Raphael G Jacobs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tenafly
A Tenafly-based practice means Raphael G Jacobs attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Raphael G Jacobs Handles in Tenafly
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