Jacob R. Herz
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023 About Jacob R. Herz
Jacob R. Herz is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2023. Jacob R. Herz is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Corporate Law
Current Firm: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: New York, NY
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