Jacob S. Sauter

Jacob S. Sauter concentrates his practice on local government, not-for-profit governance, and transactional matters. He advises municipalities, townships, other public bodies, and not-for-profit organizations on a broad range of legal, operational, and governance matters.

Jacob assists local government boards and committees in conducting meetings that comply with applicable procedural and statutory requirements. His practice includes drafting, reviewing, and interpreting ordinances, resolutions, intergovernmental agreements, and a wide range of contracts. He also counsels public officials on developing and implementing effective policies, procedures, and governance protocols.

Jacob also advises not-for-profit organizations on corporate governance matters, including board operations, organizational policies and documents, and compliance obligations. He assists not-for-profit entities with federal and state grant matters, including reviewing grant requirements, advising on compliance and implementation, and reviewing grant-related agreements and documentation.

Before joining the firm as an attorney, Jacob developed a strong foundation in both litigation and transactional practice. He clerked at a boutique firm in Chicago, where he assisted in managing real estate and corporate transactions by reviewing and drafting contracts and conducting due diligence. His prior experience as a law clerk with the Cook County Public Defender’s Homicide Task Force honed his legal research and case preparation skills in high-stakes criminal matters. Jacob also gained exposure to the intersection of law and policy through his work as an intern at the Lansing City Attorney’s Office and 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 men’s swimming and diving team.

Education

• DePaul University College of Law, J.D., 2025
• Michigan State University, B.A. in Political Science and Government, 2022

Admitted to Practice

• Illinois, 2025
• Indiana, 2026