About John Jacobs
John Jacobs became part of the Joubert Law Firm in 2013. Born in Kansas and raised across Kansas, Colorado, and North Carolina, John pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a degree in Political Science with a History Minor in 1994. He continued at the UNC School of Law at Chapel Hill, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 1999. Following his education, John relocated to Louisiana with his wife, Melissa Boyle Jacobs, a Baton Rouge native and former UNC-Chapel Hill soccer scholarship recipient. Together, they have two daughters and two dogs.
Prior to his current role, John accumulated over 13 years of experience as an insurance defense attorney. This background enables him to leverage insider knowledge to advocate for clients against insurance companies, ensuring maximum compensation. He has extensive trial experience in Louisiana's State and Federal courts, handling both Judge and Jury trials.
John's practice areas include car accidents, wrongful death, motorcycle accidents, and 18-wheeler crashes. He also manages select cases involving premises liability and dog attacks.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Louisiana Car Accident Laws
Understanding Louisiana's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
1 year
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does John Jacobs specialize in?
John Jacobs specializes in personal injury law, including car accidents, wrongful death, motorcycle accidents, and 18-wheeler crashes, as well as select premises liability and dog attack cases.
Where did John Jacobs receive his legal education?
John Jacobs earned his Juris Doctor from the UNC School of Law at Chapel Hill.
How does John's background in insurance defense benefit his clients?
John's experience in insurance defense allows him to utilize insider strategies to effectively advocate for his clients against insurance companies.
Where is John Jacobs based?
John Jacobs is based in Gonzales, Louisiana, working with the Joubert Law Firm.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact John Jacobs for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact John for a free case review
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