Atty. Richard L. Jacobs

Atty. Richard L. Jacobs

Richard L. Jacobs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, plaintiff, workers' compensation, claimant, professional malpractice and 1 other area of law.

New Haven New Haven 69 yrs experience 69 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard L. Jacobs at a glance

Richard L. Jacobs is an Of Counsel based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Jacobs & Jacobs. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1957), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1958), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at Yale University (LL.B., 1957) and Yale University (B.A., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Haven County (Member, Medical-Legal Committee, 1983-2006 Chairman, 1991-1995) Connecticut (Member, Executive Committee on Criminal Justice, 1963—) and American Bar Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard L. Jacobs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, plaintiff, workers' compensation, claimant, professional malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • Richard L. received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1952, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Richard L. practices at Jacobs & Jacobs in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard L. Jacobs's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Richard L. Jacobs is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Richard L. Jacobs is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Connecticut →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Richard L. Jacobs is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard L. Jacobs

Where is Richard L. Jacobs's law office located?
Richard L. Jacobs's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Jacobs & Jacobs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard L. Jacobs handle?
Richard L. Jacobs focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Richard L. Jacobs practiced law?
Richard L. Jacobs has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Richard L. Jacobs go to law school?
Richard L. Jacobs earned their education at (LL.B., 1957); (B.A., 1952).
How can I contact Richard L. Jacobs for a consultation?
You can contact Richard L. 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 Richard L. Jacobs received?
Richard L. Jacobs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Yale University
- 1957
B.A.
Yale University
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1957
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1958
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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