Atty. Rita S Jacobs

Atty. Rita S Jacobs

Rita S Jacobs is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, tax law and 1 other area of law. Rita received a B.A. degree from Aquinas College in 1966, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Lansing Lansing 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Rita S Jacobs at a glance

Rita S Jacobs is a probate, estate planning, tax, and government attorney based in Lansing, Michigan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1988), and U. S. Tax Court (1991). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1987) and Aquinas College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rita S Jacobs is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, tax law and 1 other area of law
  • Rita received a B.A. degree from Aquinas College in 1966, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Rita practices in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Rita S Jacobs's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Rita S Jacobs is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Rita S Jacobs is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Rita S Jacobs is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Rita S Jacobs is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Rita S Jacobs

Where is Rita S Jacobs's law office located?
Rita S Jacobs's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita S Jacobs handle?
Rita S Jacobs focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Rita S Jacobs practiced law?
Rita S Jacobs has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Rita S Jacobs go to law school?
Rita S Jacobs earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Rita S Jacobs for a consultation?
You can contact Rita S 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 Rita S Jacobs received?
Rita S Jacobs's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1987
B.A.
Aquinas College
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1988
U. S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1991

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