Atty. William Jacobs
William Jacobs is a lawyer practicing business litigation, antitrust, competition & distribution. William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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William Jacobs is a Group Leader, Business Litigation based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Thompson Hine LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976), New York (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Ap (1992). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Jacobs is a lawyer practicing business litigation, antitrust, competition & distribution
- William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- William practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cleveland, OH
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Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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