Associate

Maria Villavicencio

Maria B. Villavicencio F. is a New York-based attorney with a diverse litigation and corporate background in both U.S. and international practice.


Currently an Associate at Jacobs P.C., she represents clients in complex commercial, real estate, and business litigation, including UCC foreclosures, veil piercing, and contract disputes in state and federal courts. Her litigation practice spans from pleadings and dispositive motions to oral argument and pretrial proceedings, often addressing nuanced issues of jurisdiction, standing, and procedural law.
Before joining the firm, Maria handled insurance coverage litigation and contract interpretation at a civil litigation firm, and gained corporate experience reviewing commercial agreements, structuring entities, and advising clients on business immigration matters in both U.S. and cross-border contexts.
Maria obtained her LL.M. in Maritime Law from the University of Miami School of Law, where she received a merit-based scholarship, earned a top-10 finish in the International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot, and received a Certificate of Recognition from the International Moot Court Board. She is also licensed to practice law in Ecuador.

Maria is fluent in Spanish and admitted to practice in New York and multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

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Senior Associate

Kenny G. Oh, Esq.

Banking Litigation – Kenny regularly defends clients against banks and other financial institutions, including mortgage servicers pertaining to foreclosures (commercial and residential), breach of contract, guaranties, and judgment enforcement.


Real Estate Litigation – Kenny’s practice includes defending clients against banking institutions, mortgage lenders and servicers in contract litigation, title claims, and contested foreclosures (commercial and residential).  Kenny has also litigated matters including quiet title actions, as well as handled negotiation and litigation of municipal tax, zoning, code enforcement, lien obligations, and judgments.

Commercial Litigation – Kenny’s practice also includes litigating general business and commercial issues, such as fraud, breach of contract, unfair trade practices, finance matters as well as commercial disputes arising under the Uniform Commercial Code concerning sales, negotiable instruments, fund transfers and secured transactions.

Employment Litigation – Kenny’s practice also includes defending claims arising out of the Fair Labor Standards Act and New York Labor Law.

Prior to joining Jacobs, Kenny practiced at reputable firms, one of which is an AM Law 200 firm representing banking institutions, mortgage lenders and servicers, and trusts in contested foreclosures, title claims, and contract litigation.  He also defended clients facing claims brought under RESPA, TILA, FCRA, FDCPA, TCPA, related state statutes and asbestos matters.  Kenny also previously practiced at a national law firm representing consumer debtors and defended public benefit corporations.

Kenny is a member of the Korean American Lawyers Association of Greater New York (KALAGNY) and National Asian Pacific Bar Association (NAPABA).  During his free time, Kenny has volunteered as a basketball coach for underserved Asian and immigrant youth at Apex for Youth.  Kenny was also once a college recruit for golf, placing as high as second place in the Metropolitan PGA Junior Tour in 2009.  https://metpgajr.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/metpgajr9/event/metpgajr926/contest/1/contestant/3982/scorecard.htm.

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Commercial Litigation Attorney

Hiring - Senior Associate

Commercial Litigation Attorney Open Position.

Jacobs PC is a premier New York City boutique law firm specializing in business, bankruptcy, and commercial litigation.


With over 100 years of combined experience, we are dedicated advocates for our clients, delivering creative and strategic solutions to complex legal challenges. Our firm emphasizes building long-lasting relationships, caring deeply about client needs, and achieving exceptional results.

We are seeking mid-level and senior litigation associates with a minimum of 5 years of substantial experience in commercial litigation within state and federal courts. The ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in New York State (CPLR) and Federal Court (FRCP) procedures, including drafting motions, pleadings, complaints, and conducting depositions. Responsibilities also encompass court appearances, conferences, oral arguments, and active participation in bankruptcy litigation and corporate reorganization cases.

    • Professional Growth: Engage in challenging cases that expand your legal expertise and professional development.

    • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who value mentorship and teamwork.

    • Client Impact: Play a pivotal role in delivering outcomes that significantly affect our clients’ businesses and lives.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to Adam Sherman at Adam@jacobspc.com. 

JacobS PC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

    •Manage and advance complex commercial litigation cases from inception through resolution.

    •Draft and review legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and complaints.

    •Conduct and defend depositions; represent clients in court appearances and oral arguments.

    •Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and implement effective litigation strategies.

    •Engage in in-court and out-of-court restructuring, bankruptcy proceedings, and corporate reorganizations, leveraging creative legal solutions to address multifaceted disputes.

    •In-Court and Out-of-Court Restructuring

    •Bankruptcy and Corporate Reorganization

    •Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

    •Admission to the New York State Bar.

    •Minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial litigation experience.

    •Proficiency in New York State and Federal Court procedures.

    •Demonstrated ability to handle a diverse caseload with minimal supervision.

    •Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to fostering client relationships.

    •Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex legal issues.

Join our team to contribute your expertise in commercial litigation and grow alongside passionate legal professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences.

 Eduard is a business litigator whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, Chapter 11 bankruptcy litigation, and real estate litigation in state and federal courts.

Of Counsel

Eduard Kushmakov

Meet Eduard Kushmakov, a pivotal member of Jacobs P.C. His legal acumen and proactive approach enhance our exceptional client services.

Eduard Kushmakov | Professional Legal Expert at Jacobs P.C.

Eduard Kushmakov is Of Counsel attorney at Jacobs, P.C.


Eduard also handles white-collar criminal matters on behalf of firm clients and their directors and officers, including administrative violations. 

 Eduard finds creative solutions to challenging problems for his clients.  Focused and tenacious, he has obtained key dismissals of complex multi-part claims seeking millions of dollars in purported damages against his clients. He has secured dismissal of numerous matters prior to trial.

Eduard has extensive experience drafting and arguing motions and appeals, conducting and defending depositions, formulating litigation strategies, and counseling clients throughout all phases of litigation. Eduard graduated from New York Law School’s Two Year Honor’s Program, was on the Dean’s List, and a member of the Trial Competition Team, Litigation Clinic, and Patent Clinic. His efforts rarely stop in the trial court. Eduard is fearless in pursuing his clients’ goals, personally drafting and arguing appeals from favorable lower court judgments and ensuring denial of further leave to appeal in many cases. He has extensive experience drafting and arguing motions and appeals, conducting and defending depositions, formulating litigation strategies, and counseling clients in all phases of litigation.

Eduard's core competencies: Commercial Litigation, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Real Estate Litigation, and Criminal Defense in state and federal courts.

 Prior to joining the firm, Eduard practiced at several respected New York City law firms, where he defended physicians, dentists, hospitals, real estate developers, construction companies, and individuals in complex litigation involving catastrophic injury, fraud, defamation, and other related actions.

Interesting Fact: Eduard was once an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). He played a critical role in the 2012 Hurricane Sandy evacuation and relief efforts.

Eduard graduated from New York Law School’s Two Year Honor’s Program, was on the Dean’s List, and a member of the Trial Competition Team, Litigation Clinic, and Patent Clinic.
Admissions: United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York; United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York; United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York; United States District Court for the Southern District of New York; United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (pending)
Education: New York Law School, J.D., Honors Program Graduate; Hunter College, B.A., Psychology

Head of Operations

Stefany Arteaga

Learn about Stefany Arteaga, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. She is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

Stefany Arteaga | Head of Operations at Jacobs P.C.

Stefany Arteaga is the Head of Operations at Jacobs, P.C.


Stefany has over 9 years of experience with excellent organization skills, accounts receivable / collection, and sales. Expert listening and negotiating skills. A goal-oriented bilingual individual with strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Stefany manages the day-to-day activities of the firm, including case assignment, accounting, implementing policies and procedures, billing, and much more.  

Stefany provides immense value to clients when they are facing debt collection, bankruptcy, and commercial litigation and even immigration issues. As she is bilingual in English and Spanish, she also serves as a trusted translator for clients who are most comfortable communicating in the Spanish language. Stefany is passionate about communicating effectively and empathically across cultural lines to assist clients and is most fulfilled when she sees clients or coworkers succeed. Her favorite aspect of Jacobs P.C. is that everyone works as a team.

 Prior to Jacobs, P.C., Stefany worked for a large immigration law firm, developing her analytical and project management skills through client service and a host of other responsibilities across multiple locations and with dozens of attorneys and staff. In total, she has more than nine years of experience in administration and office management.

Stefany's core competencies: Business Administration, Pre-Litigation Paralegal Specialist, Accounting Coordinator, Immigration Consultant, and Debt Collection Advisor. 

Interesting Fact: Stefany is a quick study and an expert listener who puts people at ease. She enjoys learning from about people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Stefany has expert listening and negotiating skills. A goal-oriented bilingual individual with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Core Competencies: commercial litigation, bankruptcy, negotiation, business administration, paralegal skills, accounting, immigration, debt collection, cross-cultural communication, and Spanish (native)

 Aaron Slavutin is a business litigator whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and bankruptcy litigation under Chapter 11.  

Aaron Slavutin

Discover Aaron Slavutin, a dedicated business litigator specializing in complex commercial and Chapter 11 bankruptcy litigation at Jacobs P.C.

Meet Aaron Slavutin | Expert Business Litigator | Jacobs P.C.

Aaron  has experience representing debtors and other entities in out-of-court restructurings, Chapter 11 proceedings, and post-bankruptcy litigation. Aaron also has experience in cross-border insolvencies and Securities Investor Protection Act (SIPA) liquidations across a range of industries, including chemical, energy, and financial services.

 Prior to joining Jacobs, P.C., Aaron worked in the New York offices of several international law firms in their bankruptcy and restructuring groups. There, he gained both debtor and creditor experience that has proven invaluable for his current Chapter 11 clients. He also clerked for the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York and has experience serving as a certified financial advisor.

 Core Competencies: corporate reorganization, bankruptcy litigation, and business litigation

Aaron's core competencies: Corporate Reorganization, Bankruptcy Litigation, and Business Litigation.

About Aaron: Aaron was briefly the host of a television game show called “When East Meet West” in Tianjin, China. 
Aaron's admissions: Southern District of New York, Southern District of New York Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, and Eastern District of New York Bankruptcy Court.
Education: New York University School of Law, J.D.; Wesleyan University, B.A., College of Social Studies, cum laude

Leo Jacobs is a commercial litigation and bankruptcy attorney and the founder of Jacobs, P.C., a boutique law firm known for finding creative, direct, and expedient solutions to complex and high-profile issues.

Founder

Leo Jacobs

Leo Jacobs, the founder of Jacobs P.C. law firm in New York City. With his extensive expertise in Corporate Litigation and Bankruptcy, he has built a firm dedicated to providing the highest quality of service.

Leo Jacobs Esq. | CEO and Founder | Jacobs P.C.

Leo tirelessly and zealously works to build trust and long-standing relationships with his clients, who rely on his counsel, representation, negotiation, and advocacy to forge speedy, practical paths to move forward. 

From the courtroom to the board room, Leo has a demonstrated talent for devising, positioning, and advancing sophisticated yet straightforward arguments to mitigate risk and reach successful outcomes.

Leveraging his vast and deep knowledge of debt and equity structures, Leo employs all legal tools available to quickly and efficiently achieve the best result for his clients. As such, his law practice seamlessly bridges commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and various forms of financial rehabilitation across federal, state, and bankruptcy courts as well as administrative tribunals and other forums. Examples include Chapter 11, UCC 9, UCC 8, pledges, mezzanine financing, subprime commercial lending, real estate, asset management, special situations, and restructurings. He also counsels clients on tough questions related to business disputes, regulatory compliance, employment law, and fiduciary and agency interests, including those related to allegations of white-collar and other corporate crimes.

Previously, Leo served as General Counsel at New York Equity Management, LLC, a privately held company that focused on the full lifecycle of real estate litigation finance investments (acquisition, construction, development, management, leasing, and sale) and held a portfolio of distressed and other commercial and residential properties. His role at NYEM straddled legal and business issues, from advising management on commercial matters, litigation, real estate, and compliance to spearheading efforts that increased the value of the firm’s properties upon sale.

Leo's core competencies: investment management, asset management, real estate, corporate law, business counsel, acquisitions, leasing, commercial litigation, dispute resolution, negotiation, administrative law, compliance, corporate governance, analysis, and outside counsel management. 

Leo Jacobs was admitted to practice law under his Hebrew name Ilevu Yakubov. Earlier in his legal career, Leo also served as an associate attorney at the prominent administrative and environmental law firm, Cohen Hochman & Allen. At Cohen Hochman, Leo defended and advanced the interests of high-profile management before federal, state, and New York City government agencies and the courts. He represented clients across a range of industries and under various regulatory regimes, including health, transportation, sanitation, air, water, hospitality, and waste removal. During his tenure at the firm, he appeared daily in court and was recognized for his ability to address novel compliance issues, reduce violations, and negotiate settlements with governmental and civil litigants.

Among other non-profit and community service, Leo has also devoted hours of pro bono representation to the Bukharian Jewish People and acts as its Chief Counsel, serving at the request of President Leon Nektalov and the Board of the Bukharian Jewish Community Center.

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Highlights: Corporate transactions, Corporate crime, and Business Disputes are Leo’s principal practice areas. Corporate transactions, Corporate crime, and Business Disputes are Leo’s principal practice areas. Prior to that, he served as General Counsel at New York Equity Management, LLC a privately held company that focused on the full life-cycle of real estate litigation finance investments (acquisition, construction, development, management, leasing, and sale) and held a portfolio of distressed and other commercial and residential properties.His role straddled legal and business issues, from advising management on commercial matters, litigation, real estate, and compliance to spearheading efforts that increased the value of the firm’s properties upon sale.

Laura McCabe Brandt brings over 25 years of experience specializing in commercial real estate, with a focus on the retail, hospitality, and property management industries. 

Laura McCabe Brandt

Laura McCabe Brandt brings over 25 years of experience specializing in commercial real estate, with a focus on the retail, hospitality, and property management industries.

Laura McCabe Brandt | Of Counsel at Jacobs P.C.

Laura McCabe Brandt is an Of Counsel at Jacobs, P.C.

Her extensive career includes senior in-house counsel roles for prominent organizations, providing strategic and operational legal expertise in real estate, construction, corporate governance, and more.

Laura is known for her ability to provide strategic advice that facilitates business growth and operational efficiency. Her deep and wide-ranging experience enables her to address complex legal challenges across multiple industries, making her an invaluable asset to her clients and colleagues.


Real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and lease negotiations

Commercial leasing (retail, office, restaurant, warehouse)

Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.): Touro Law Center. 
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Loyola University Chicago.

General Counsel for Fashion Retailers: H&M and C. Wonder: Set retail leasing standards for mall and street locations, customized construction exhibits, and coordinated construction and architect agreements. Syms and Filene's Basement: Managed acquisitions, dispositions, sale leasebacks, and lease negotiations while also serving as the landlord representative for leased properties owned by Syms.

General Counsel for Burch Creative Capital: Provided comprehensive legal services for brands such as C. Wonder, Monika Chiang, Trademark, and ED by Ellen DeGeneres. Oversaw retail construction projects and provided strategic legal counsel.

Associate General Counsel at Apple Core Hotels: Managed legal compliance, human resources, and union contract matters for a hotel and property management company. Negotiated franchise agreements, tenant leases, and hotel development projects. Became OSHA certified and ensured ADA compliance.

Associate General Counsel for Ranieri & Co., Inc.: Focused on corporate governance, joint ventures, and real estate development, including domestic and international golf course projects.

Laura has been a featured speaker at leading industry events and organizations, including: Association of Corporation Counsel, NYC Bar Association, Touro Law Center, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), National Retail Federation, Lawline.com and Law Practice CLE

Partner

Robert M. Sasloff

Robert M. Sasloff is a Partner in the Firm's Bankruptcy & Corporate  Restructuring Practice. This practice focuses primarily on debtor and  creditors' rights, in bankruptcy and in out-of-court settlements.   Robert has been practicing since 1990.


Robert has advised clients on a wide range of matters including but not  limited to (1) Chapter 11 reorganizations; (2) Chapter 7 liquidations;  (3) representing landlords and dealing leases and other forms of  executory contracts in all bankruptcy cases; (4) restructuring of  obligations; (5) the purchase and/or sale of  distressed businesses/property in Chapter 11; (6) litigation on both  preferences and/or fraudulent conveyances in bankruptcy; (7)  representing secured creditors, vendors, committees, and interest  holders to adequately protect their interest in bankruptcy cases, as  well as represented panel trustees in Chapter 7 cases; (8) general  counsel to financially distressed parties to formulate strategies; (9)  out of court workouts; (10) represented companies in collection matters,  UCC sales, and other enforcement proceedings; and (11) has provided  general counsel, advise, relying upon his business reorganization  expertise to counsel clients in the operation of their businesses.

Robert's clients include mostly private mid-market companies, some public entities and well as creditors committee in Chapter 11 cases.  
In Robert's years of practice, he has helped shepard numerous companies through Chapter 11 and confirmed many plans of reorganization that either restructured, sold, or refinanced obligations including in recent years Dupont Developers before Judge Lord, 6525 Belcrest before Judge Wiles, and the Phoenix Rises before Judge Stong.

Wayne M. Greenwald represents the entire spectrum of parties in interest in debtor-creditor matters and cases under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. He has extensive experience in business and commercial litigation and assists clients at all phases of dispute resolution, including pre-claim negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Senior Counsel

Wayne M. Greenwald

Learn about Wayne Greenwald, a specialist in debtor-creditor and U.S. Bankruptcy Code matters, providing comprehensive assistance for Jacobs P.C.'s clients.

Wayne Greenwald | Expert in Debtor-Creditor Matters

Wayne M. Greenwald has been concentrating on debtor-creditor law for more than 30 years. He was the assistant chair of the Defense Research Institute’s Special Litigation Group on Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy. He formerly served as co-chair of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s commercial fraud task force.

Mr. Greenwald lectures frequently and has published or edited articles, treatises, and books on bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, including Criminal Practice/ Bankruptcy Proceedings. He is highly regarded in the legal community and has been included in 2007 – 2008, 2010 – 2011, 2014 – 2020 New York Super Lawyers.

Wayne's core competencies: Entrepreneur Rescue, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Individual Chapter 11, Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy and Criminality, Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy, Subchapter V Bankruptcy, Involuntary Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Appeals, and Clawback Litigation.

Highlights: Federal Bar Association – Member and Chair – SDNY Bankruptcy Committee. Member of the American Bankruptcy Institute. Member of the Defense Research Institute. Chair of the American Bankruptcy Institute, Commercial Fraud Task Force Committee. Fellow at the Center for International Legal Studies. AV Peer Review Rating – Martindale-Hubbell. Super Lawyer – New York Super Lawyers (2007 – 2008, 2010 – 2011, 2014 – 2020).

Chief Financial Officer

Linda DiLorenzo

Linda DiLorenzo is our firm’s CFO; she holds a CPA license in both New York and New Jersey.


Linda has over 40 years of experience in the accounting industry and a 1978 graduate of SUNY-Albany’s School of Business. She joined Price Waterhouse and Co., in NYC in 1978 before joining Pan American World airways in 1980. She held various positions at Pan Am and stayed with them through 1996 to assist in the bankruptcy process. After consulting for KLM Royal Dutch airlines and Liberty Helicopters she moved into the law firm arena in 1998. She was the Controller/CFO at Trenk, DiPasquale, Della Fera & Sodono, PC, in New Jersey through February 2015. Their practice was heavily focused on Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation. She then joined Teitler & Teitler, LLP a boutique law firm in NYC which provided counseling to high-net-worth clients in navigating disputes, crisis management, as well as trust and estate matters. Linda then joined SurePoint Technologies in 2019. SurePoint is the leading provider of award-winning software that improves workflow and maximizes financial performance and profitability for law firms. As a relationship manager she supported over 70 law firms and as a solutions engineer she was responsible for installation, training and problem solving for the firm.

In her spare time Linda enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. She truly enjoys her summers at the Jersey shore. She as volunteered over the years in both local and state politics and has held many positions as the treasurer for local campaigns and school PTA’s. She is presently a board member of her condo association where she resides with her husband in West Orange, New Jersey.

Muriel Raggi

Muriel Raggi has almost a decade of experience representing public companies, private entities and high net worth individuals in complex cases involving commercial litigation, white collar defense, and securities enforcement. 


Muriel also maintains a robust pro-bono practice in which she has represented indigent defendants in a wide range of criminal matters in federal and state court, ranging from low-level street crimes like shoplifting to racketeering narcotic conspiracies and Hobbs Act robberies.  Muriel has also represented victims of sexual assault in the military’s Court Martial process, indigent parents in Family Court custody proceedings, and refugees in navigating the asylum process.  Muriel successfully obtained a pardon for a man who spent almost 30 years in prison for a robbery and rape he did not commit.

Muriel has successfully assisted registered investment advisors, accounting firms, hedge funds and broker-dealers in matters involving enforcement and examination efforts by regulators, including the DOJ, SEC, PCAOB, and AICPA.

Muriel has prosecuted and defended business disputes in Court and before arbitration panels. 

Adam Sherman is a Partner at Jacobs, P.C. Adam’s principal practice areas are as follows: real estate and partnership disputes, commercial litigation, landlord/tenant actions, and labor and employment disputes.

Adam Sherman

Learn about Adam Sherman, partner at Jacobs P.C., a proficient attorney focusing on real estate & partnership disputes, commercial litigation, and more.

Adam Sherman | Partner | Jacobs P.C.

Prior to joining Jacobs PC, Adam was counsel at boutique litigation firm Catafago Fini LLP, in midtown Manhattan. At Catafago Fini LLP, Adam represented clients across a wide range of practice areas, including but not limited to real estate and partnership disputes, commercial litigation, landlord/tenant actions, labor and employment disputes (including defending class action lawsuits), professional malpractice, securities fraud class actions, defamation, and commercial transactions.

Adam's core competencies: Real Estate Disputes, Partnership Disputes, Commercial Litigation, Landlord/Tenant Actions, Labor and Employment Disputes & Class Action, Professional Malpractice, Securities Fraud Class Actions, Defamation and Commercial Transactions.

Interesting Fact: Adam achieved an expert Chess rating of over 1800

Keziah is our esteemed Legal Administrator and Legal Secretary. She has a considerable background in accounting as well as strong experience in customer service and hospitality allowing for an adaptive and dynamic work style. She ensures our calendar, events, and office are in check for a free-flowing efficient environment.

Executive Assistant

Keziah Akishkin

Discover Keziah Akishkin, our efficient legal administrator at Jacobs P.C. Her expertise in accounting and customer service ensures a smooth office environment.

Keziah Akishkin | Legal Administrator at Jacobs P.C.

Keziah manages meetings and docketing, including all court dates and appearances on behalf of the firm. She drafts documents and license applications for clients, interfaces with court staff, and makes e-filings with the courts. She also leverages her accounting background in support of the firm.

 Keziah has extensive experience in client-facing roles and serves as a frequent point-of-contact for new clients. For clients most comfortable communicating in Russian, she often serves as a trusted translator.  

 Keziah loves underground music and exploring venues across New York city. She previously served as the on-air DJ for a community radio show in California.

Keziah's core competencies: Business Administration, Paralegal, and Office Coordinator. 

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Interesting Fact: Keziah has excellent organization skills ensuring our calendars, events, and office are in check for a free-flowing efficient environment.

Core Competencies: commercial litigation, bankruptcy, business administration, accounting, paralegal skills, cross-cultural communication, and Russian (native)

Education: Sierra College, A.S., Accounting

Senior Paralegal

David Leifer

Learn about David Leifer, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. He is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

David Leifer | Senior Paralegal

David is the senior paralegal at Jacobs, P.C.


David has 25 years of experience as a litigation and bankruptcy paralegal, in both New York and San Francisco. He has worked on numerous high-profile, complex securities class action litigations, including In re IPO Securities Litigation, In re Prudential Securities Inc. Ltd. Partnership Litigation, and In re Petrobras Securities Litigation, along with various other matters involving securities fraud, consumer privacy, sovereign debt default, product liability, antitrust, and corporate malfeasance. He has extensive experience with legal research, case settlement and administration, and appellate practice in both federal and state courts.

Paralegal

Tiffany Wright

Learn about Tiffany Wright, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. She is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

Tiffany Wright | Paralegal

Tiffany joined the Bankruptcy Group of Jacobs P.C. as a paralegal.


Tiffany is  a value-driven paralegal with experience successfully supporting and  managing the caseloads of multiple attorneys.  Her skills include  adeptly navigating the management of client deadlines, communication  among parties, scheduling and document filings in federal and state  courts. Tiffany  is well-versed with trial preparation and  created trial exhibits,  trial notebooks, binders and more.  She is also adept at assisting with  legal research utilizing Pacer, Westlaw and other tools as needed.

Maria Villavicencio

Maria B. Villavicencio F. is a New York-based attorney with a diverse litigation and corporate background in both U.S. and international practice.

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