Eileen D. Jacobs

Eileen D. Jacobs

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 45 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Probate, Wills & Living Wills

Mailing: P.O. Box 14953, Clearwater, FL 33766, Office: 2505 W. Virginia Avenue, Tampa, FL

About Eileen

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 85%

My practice includes all aspects of divorce, paternity, child support, modification of orders and judgments, and enforcement of orders and judgments.

43 years

85%
Probate 10%

My practice includes all aspects of probate from summary administrations to formal administrations to contested probate matters.

43 years

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

This part of my practice has flowed quite naturally from my work as a marital and family law attorney. Substantial life changes, whether divorce, death, birth, adoption, or moving to a different state, should result in a review of documents.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Eileen D. Jacobs

Mailing: P.O. Box 14953, Clearwater, FL 33766, Office: 2505 W. Virginia Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33607

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Eileen D. Jacobs's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Diane | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Best Military Attorney in Tampa Bay

I hired Attorney Jacobs to represent me in a military retirement former spouse benefits case. My first impression when I met her and listened to her, I immediately thought that she really knows her stuff. She was confident and knowledgeable of military law. Her first letter to address my ex attorne...y was on point and whatever she said and did on my behalf, the case was dropped by my ex attorney and finally my ex and my ex paid my attorney's fee. In another month, the retirement payments will begin. Need I say more. If you are looking for a military attorney that knows military law, Attorney Jacobs is the one for you!

Posted by Phil | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing and thorough very knowledgeable.

I would not have wanted to enter into my proceedings without Eileen. Her knowledge and background in divorce law is exceptional. Her professionalism and direct ease in the court room is powerful, without her on my side I have no idea how I would have got through this. I highly recommend anyone going... through a divorce to get her on your side before the other side does, she is the best in the area.

Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2015 | Uncontested Divorce

Excellent attorney - I would recommend her to anyone

Ms. Jacobs helped me with my uncontested divorce and parenting plan. After the divorce my ex-husband refused to pay for things he was ordered to pay for as part of the divorce/child support and to obtain various insurances for himself and our child. As a result of his contempt, I hired Ms. Jacobs a...gain to help me with the contempt of court and the change to the parenting plan. Ms. Jacobs is extremely detailed oriented and a seasoned professional. Throughout the entire process (both of them) she was responsive to my inquiries, offered great legal advice and overall just a pleasure to work with during a difficult time. I have worked in the criminal justice system for 20 years and know what a difference a good/professional/knowledgeable attorney can do to protect their client and obtain the best possible outcome. Ms. Jacobs did that for me in the family court system. When we went to the final hearing with the judge she was prepared, articulate and seemed to be able to anticipate the judges questions and concerns. Overall, she did a fantastic job and I highly recommend Ms. Jacobs.

Posted by Judith | May 14, 2013 | Debt Collection

Reliable and dependable service

I would recommend Eileen Jacobs for your legal matters. We contacted her and made an appointment for consultation when we were served a judgement from our credit union. Within the first few minutes, we knew that we could trust her to take care of our legal matters. She showed us that she is reliable ...and demonstrated a willingness to help. She went out of her way to contact the plantiff's attorney and was able to settle an agreement at no cost to us. We were so pleased with her service, and would recommend her to our family and friends.

Posted by John | February 07, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Please Take My Recommendation and Hire Eileen Jacobs

Let me begin by saying I cannot say enough good things and words cannot express how grateful I am to have worked with Eileen Jacobs. I had an ongoing issue with my former spouse refusing to agree to list our former home for sale and I had been through 3 other attorneys and had almost lost faith that... this would ever get resolved. Finally a friend recommended Ms. Jacobs, and soon I realized my case was finally in the hands of a true professional. First, Ms. Jacobs invested the time in understanding my case and all previous filings before discussing any strategy or making recommendations, this may sound like an obvious first step but in my previous experience with other attorneys, they would take a cursory glance at a case and start making promises, but not Ms. Jacobs. Ms. Jacobs was methodical in her approach, realistic in setting expectations, and followed through on everything she said she would do. She always kept me informed, always returned my calls promptly, and took the time to answer any and all questions. Even though I am sure I was not her biggest case or client, she always made me feel like I was a priority and that this case was important to her too. In legal matters, you really want to feel like someone is on your side and truly is working hard for you, this is the type of representation you receive with Eileen Jacobs. During this process, we agreed litigation was the last resort and there was a point when we were approaching our court date and I was not nervous at all and the only reason was that I had Eileen Jacobs on my side and I had complete confidence in her abilities. Thankfully she resolved the case and we reached a settlement just prior to going to court which accomplished our goal and saved time and money. Since then the home was listed for sale and has just recently closed. I can imagine one of the difficult aspects of her job is managing the different personalities and one of those was mine, there were times when I would become emotional or frustrated and she was there not just as an attorney but as an advisor and advocate, she kept me focused and worked diligently toward our goal even when it was difficult for me to see the light at the end of the tunnel. She was always patient with me and was very persistent in accomplishing the goal we set out to achieve. My case came to a successful conclusion because of the hard work of Eileen Jacobs and I am forever grateful to have worked with such a talented professional.

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Robert Galbraith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Attorney Jacobs. She is knowledgeable and straightforward in giving advice."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Hight

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Other

"As a SC attorney with a client in need of advice on an issue of Florida law, I consulted Eileen Jacobs. She was professional and an excellent source of knowledge regarding Florida marital law."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer provides excellent services to clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Guy Haskell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Padilla is a dedicated and skillful attorney who gives thoughtful and insightful guidance in her Avvo answers. She is a valued member of the Avvo community who is generous in sharing her time and expertise by spending considerable time participating on this site. It is my pleasure to endorse her."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Jacobs is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clietns and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Distinguished Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Distinguished award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Distinguished award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Distinguished award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Sole practitioner, Eileen D Jacobs, Atty-at-Law

1983 - 1985

Partner, Swope & Jacobs, P.A.

Associations

1992 - Present

Florida Bar Association - Family Law Section

Member

1985 - Present

American Bar Association -Family Law Section

Member

Education

1980

Stetson University College of Law

Juris Doctor - cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2014

Meeting of the International Longshoreman's Assn (ILA), Tampa, FL

Child Support in the Paternity Context

Languages

English

Activity

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