Jacob currently focuses on local government and transactional matters for the Firm. He brings a diverse background in both litigation and transactional work, with experience ranging from criminal defense to commercial and real estate transactions.
He developed a strong legal foundation through his work as a Law Clerk with the Cook County Public Defender’s Homicide Task Force, where he assisted in preparing complex criminal cases. He later clerked for a small firm handling commercial and real estate matters, gaining valuable experience in contracts and business transactions. Prior to law school, Jacob interned with the Lansing City Attorney’s Office and worked as a registered lobbyist with a government relations firm in Michigan.
Jacob earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law, where he was a member of the DePaul Law Review. He also holds a B.A. in Political Science Prelaw from Michigan State University, where he was a Division I student-athlete on the swim team.
Education
- DePaul University College of Law, J.D., 2025
- Michigan State University, B.A. in Political Science and Government, 2022
