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Samuel Jacobs

Recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2019.
1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4200 Seattle, Washington 98154
(206) 689-2121
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sjacobs@helsell.com
Firm: Helsell Fetterman LLP
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Helsell Fetterman LLP


Years In Practice

46


Phone Number (206) 689-2121

Professional Experience

Sam Jacobs’ practice focuses on real estate and land use law with an emphasis on residential, mixed-use and infill development issues.   He represents developers, housing cooperatives including floating home communities, condominiums and homeowner associations on matters of land use and municipal law matters.  Additionally, he advises and represents clients on general real estate matters including negotiating and documenting real estate transactions.Prior to his private practice, Sam was an attorney within the City of Kirkland’s Department of Planning and Community Development.  There he served as primary author of new zoning code, developed and drafted other land use regulatory codes and ordinances, advised the Planning Staff, Planning Commission, Community Council and City Council on land use and environmental law issues.

Community Involvement

  • Board member of Hilltop House, 2007 – Present
  • Member of Leadership Committee of Seattle Council, Master Builders Association, 2009 – Present
  • Board Member and Past President of Capital Hill Housing Improvement Program, 1982 – 2009
  • Member and Chairperson (1986) of the Legal Aid Committee, Washington State Bar Association, 1984 – 1986

Education

  • Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1976)
  • Emory University (B.A., 1971)

Admitted to Practice

  • D.C. Bar, 1976
  • Washington State Bar, 1978
What legal services does this lawyer offer?
Land Use and Zoning Law
Real Estate Law
Bar Admissions
Washington State
Admitted in 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted in 1976
Education
University of the District of Columbia, JD
Graduated 1976
Emory & Henry College, BA
Graduated 1971
Contact Details and Office Locations
Office: (206) 689-2121
sjacobs@helsell.com
1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4200
Seattle, Washington 98154
Seattle, Washington 98154
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