John R. Jacobson
About John R. Jacobson
John R. Jacobson is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. John R. Jacobson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Riley & Jacobson PLC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1990 and University of Mississippi, graduated 1987
Location: Nashville, TN
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