Stephen Joseph Jacobson

Stephen Joseph Jacobson

also known as Stephen J. Jacobson, Steve Jacobson

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 27 years

Education Lawyer at Doylestown, PA
Practice Areas: Education

99 Lantern Drive, Suite 202, Doylestown, PA

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Education 100%

We solely represent parents and families in helping their children with special needs receive the school services they require. Our practice revolves largely around special education law, but we also cover virtually any aspect of general education law.

27 years | 500 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 27 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1999

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

The Education Lawyers

99 Lantern Drive, Suite 202, Doylestown, PA, 18901

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Stephen Joseph Jacobson's Reviews

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17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yona | February 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education

Restoring our child's educational rights

When my child's school district refused to offer a free and appropriate education to my autistic son, I consulted with a few attorneys before hiring the law office of Jacobson and John. From the very first meeting, we felt that Dr. Jacobson was unparalleled compared to the other attorneys we met with.... His expertise in law, understanding, and empathy as a psychologist, and his dedication to our son's case restored his educational rights and the support my son deserved. We couldn't be happier with our choice.

Posted by Erica | January 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education

Top notch educational law firm

Finding an attorney when your child's educational journey has been less than ideal is a daunting and emotionally exhausting task. Seeking legal help can feel seemingly impossible and overwhelming for families. Steve Jacobson and his team will put these fears at ease by providing top notch advice back...ed by superior knowledge of educational law in the state of Pennsylvania. From the moment we sought the free consultation, we were treated with dignity and respect, compassion and understanding for our unique situation with our son. Steve and Holly spent ample time reviewing years of records that I had kept, looking for evidence and building a case. Throughout the entire process, Steve was communicative, professional, and extremely timely. He ensured that we understood exactly what the process entailed, and was up front and honest about the timelines and the financials. From when we officially filed a due process complaint, through the outcome, there was never a time where we were unsure of what was happening or what our options were. We always knew exactly what was going on so that we could make the very best decisions in the educational interests of our child. Our interactions with the district were respectful and professional, and we truly felt that our son was the sole focus of the process, and in the end, we were extremely satisfied with the final outcome. There are many, many educational attorneys and advocates out there to choose from, and we would hands-down recommend The Educational Lawyers, Steve Jacobson and Holly John, without reservation. Thank you, Steve, for all that you did for our family!

Posted by Lynette | November 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best!!!!

I went in there office not knowing exactly what to do or how to go about doing anything I had to get done Steve was the best walked me through everything and help me with everything I need to get for my case... I will recommend this office to ANYONE he is the best.....

Posted by Christina | February 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Education

Very knowledgeable

I highly recommend using Jacobson & John. They were very professional and knowledgeable. Hiring an educational attorney was something we never thought we would have to do and seemed overwhelming. They made the entire process much easier than we anticipated. From the consultation through final settlem...ent they were easy to get in touch with and very responsive. I felt I had someone really listen to my concerns and understand my point of view.

Posted by Megan | September 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Education

The Absolute Best

The Education Lawyers are nothing short of amazing to work with. Steve is so incredibly knowledgeable. He is an excellent and timely communicator who educates you about legal processes and expectations. Steve help you to understand and put your mind completely at ease. I sincerely appreciate how chi...ld and family focused he is. He puts himself in your shoes and understands the challenges your family is facing. He is 100% for your child’s best interest. As an advocate in the same community and a parent with 3 children with varying disabilities, Steve is not only to whom I refer my clients, he is who I have trusted with my own childrens’ needs for more than a decade. In short, he is exemplary and you need not look any further. I wish could give more than 5 stars.

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Rebecca Young

Education lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steve is able to advocate for his client while bringing forward reasonable and practical requests to address their concerns. He is very knowledgeable in the field of education law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

2015 Special Achievement Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association

1991

Widener University School of Law, Health Law Scholar

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Jacobson & John LLP

1999 - 2008

Partner, Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP

1996 - 1997

Intern, U.S. District Attorneys Office

Associations

2011 - Present

PA Bar Association - Exceptional Children's Committee

Vice Chair

1999 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

PA Bar Association - Exceptional Children's Committee

Member

Pennsylvania School Board Solicitors Association

Member

American Psychological Association

Member

Education

N/A

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Colorado State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Widener University

Psy.D.,

Speaking Engagements

2015

Pennsylvania Bar Institute Training Due Process Hearing Skills

2015

National Special Education Advocacy Training Special Education

2015

Lehigh University's 43rd Special Education Law Conference High Stakes Testing for Students with Disabilities

2014

Special Education

Special Education Law Symposium Summer Program

2012

Special Education Conference

Special Education

2009

Special Education Law Symposium Summer Program

Special Education Law

Publications

1998

Doctoral Dissertation Diagnostic Manipulation: A Necessary Evil for Mental Health Practitioners, or Simple Fraud? An Examination of Law, Payment Systems and Practice

Languages

English

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