Business Details
30 Years
experience
Comprehensive Legal Solutions in Baltimore
Founded in 1996 by Jim Jacobs and Dave Dembert, our firm has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With over two decades of experience in business law, health law, estate planning, and airport concessions, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to address complex legal challenges. Our team of seasoned attorneys brings specialized expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and transactional law, serving a diverse clientele ranging from emerging companies to established healthcare providers. Recognized for our AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell and inclusion in Super Lawyers, we prioritize ethical standards and client-focused representation.Our practice extends to commercial real estate, probate administration, and strategic business counseling, ensuring clients receive holistic legal support. By maintaining long-term relationships and understanding industry-specific nuances, we deliver actionable advice that aligns with our clients' objectives. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful business acquisitions, estate planning solutions, and compliance guidance for healthcare professionals. Located in Baltimore County, we serve clients nationally with a focus on airport concession agreements and real estate transactions. This integrated approach, combined with our legal acumen, positions us to provide trusted counsel across multiple practice areas.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Health Care Law
Airport Concessions
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in business and healthcare law.
- Our attorneys hold the Martindale-Hubbell AV rating for legal excellence.
- We provide personalized service with a focus on client-specific needs.
- Specialized expertise in airport concession agreements and regulatory compliance.
- Proven track record in complex business transactions and estate planning.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
Services
Business & Corporate Law
Our business law practice addresses entity formation, contract negotiation, and corporate governance for privately held and emerging companies. We advise on mergers, acquisitions, and operational agreements, ensuring compliance with legal standards. Clients benefit from strategic counsel tailored to their industry-specific needs.
Estate Planning & Administration
We provide comprehensive estate planning, including wills, trusts, and tax strategies to preserve wealth. Our services cover probate administration and fiduciary tax compliance, ensuring smooth asset transfer while minimizing tax liabilities. Personalized plans adapt to evolving family and financial circumstances.
Health Care Law
Specializing in healthcare regulatory compliance, we represent providers on licensing, reimbursement, and HIPAA requirements. Our practice includes advising on practice mergers, managed care contracts, and risk management strategies to ensure legal and operational integrity.
Airport Concessions
We draft and negotiate airport concession agreements, focusing on ACDBE compliance and joint venture structuring. Legal support spans lease agreements, brand licensing, and regulatory audits, serving concessionaires in retail, food service, and technology sectors nationwide.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles commercial acquisitions, leasing, and financing document review. We represent landlords and tenants in lease negotiations and advise on residential transaction agreements, ensuring clear title and compliance with zoning regulations.
People
James S. Jacobs
Principal
Jim Jacobs specializes in corporate law, health law, and airport concessions. With over 30 years of experience, he advises businesses on acquisitions, contracts, and regulatory compliance. He is actively involved in legal and community organizations.
Dave Dembert
Principal
Dave Dembert focuses on estate planning and business law. He has over 25 years of experience in corporate governance and probate administration. His background includes tax compliance and fiduciary representation.
Carolyn Jacobs
Of Counsel
Carolyn Jacobs is a leading health law attorney with expertise in regulatory compliance and healthcare transactions. She joined the firm in 2012, bringing extensive experience in physician group representation and managed care contracts.
Questions
What areas of law does Jacobs & Dembert specialize in?
We specialize in business and corporate law, estate planning, health care law, airport concessions, and real estate transactions.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Jacobs & Dembert was founded in 1996 and has served clients for over 25 years.
Do you handle national airport concession agreements?
Yes, we represent concessionaires across the U.S. in lease agreements, compliance, and joint venture structuring.
What estate planning services are offered?
We provide wills, trusts, tax planning, probate administration, and fiduciary tax compliance services.
Are your attorneys recognized for legal excellence?
Our firm holds the Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, and several attorneys are recognized in Super Lawyers.
