Atty. William Alan Jacobson

Atty. William Alan Jacobson

William Alan Jacobson is a lawyer practicing commercial and securities litigation and arbitration, business and personal tort litigation, creditors' rights and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Ithaca Ithaca 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About William Alan Jacobson at a glance

William Alan Jacobson is a Cornell Law Sch. based in Ithaca, New York. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), Massachusetts (1985), and Rhode Island (1994). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1984) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Ithaca, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Alan Jacobson is a lawyer practicing commercial and securities litigation and arbitration, business and personal tort litigation, creditors' rights and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • William practices in Ithaca, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Alan Jacobson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Alan Jacobson 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.

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Ithaca 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 andnue, 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 William Alan Jacobson

Where is William Alan Jacobson's law office located?
William Alan Jacobson's law practice is located in Ithaca, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Alan Jacobson handle?
William Alan Jacobson focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Alan Jacobson practiced law?
William Alan Jacobson has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William Alan Jacobson go to law school?
William Alan Jacobson earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact William Alan Jacobson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Alan Jacobson received?
William Alan Jacobson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1984
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1994

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