J. Scott "Scott" Jacobson
About J. Scott Jacobson
J. Scott Jacobson is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. J. Scott Jacobson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Commercial Litigation
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Holt, Ney, Zatcoff, & Wasserman LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, graduated 1980
Location: Atlanta, GA
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