Matthew J. Jacobs
About Matthew J. Jacobs
Matthew J. Jacobs is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Matthew J. Jacobs is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Baker Botts LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: San Francisco, CA
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