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Biography
Eric A. Jacobs is the founding partner of Jacobs / Offir, P.L. and has extensive and diverse legal and business experience. He is an experieced civil litigator in all aspects of civil litigation from personal injury to complex commercial disputes and is a board certified real estate legal exper. Mr. Jacobs practices state-wide but focuses most of his efforts in South Florida area where his officeis located. Mr. Jacobs has written numerous articles and been interviewed for numerous publications. Mr. Jacobs was recenly named Entrepeneur of the Year for the City of Hollywood, Florida and the State of Florida and has taken pride in extensive public service in the community. Mr. Jacobs sits on the City of Hollywood Devlopment Review Board and is a former member of the City of Hollywood Community Development Advisory Board and City of Hollywood Education Advisory Committee. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Florida International University and earned his joint Juris Doctor / Master's Degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Litigation
35%
23 years | 800 cases
Lawsuits and Disputes
30%
26 years | 500 cases
Real Estate
25%
24 years | 1,500 cases
Landlord or Tenant
10%
26 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-400 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Pro bono
10 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Eric Aaron Jacobs
Jacobs Office, 1930 Harrison St Ste 208, Hollywood, FL, 330207828
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Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2009 | Business
Always returns calls quickly!
I have used many lawyers in my fifty years in business and this is the first one I've found who actually returns all my calls and quickly. He was honest about my chances, knew the subject cold, and, again, always returned my calls. Communication is very important to him and should be to any client....
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"I endorse this lawyer's work! For the three years I have known Eric I have had the fortune of working with him and learning from him. He takes his work and client ethics to a new level. His litigation knowledge and skill far surpass that of many attonreys I have come across. Additionally, his Board Certification in Real Estate exemplifies his dedication to his practice. I strongly recommend and endorse Eric as counsel."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Board Certified Real Estate Lawyer, Florida Bar
2009
Up and Comer 2009, Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2008
Entrepeneur of the Year State of Florida, Junior Chamber of Commerce
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Partner, Jacobs / Offir, P.L.
Associations
1999 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
V-Strategic Group v. Pro Art Dental Lab, Inc.
Prevailed before Florida Supreme Court
Education
1999
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Florida International University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Litigation
Publications
2008
Florida Bar Real Estate Litigation Guide
Real Estate Litigation
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my employer force me to where something that i feel uncomfortable in something that i did not sign up for
05 Jul 2010
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I was served a subpoena to give a deposition in a case involving a former employer; now I stay home and have no child care? Help
24 Jun 2010
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How long until a civil case is dismissed/dropped if the defendant has responded to plaintiff, with no answer for over a year?
04 Jun 2010