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Jacob Pomeranz, Appellate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Employment, and General

Managing PartneratCornfield and Feldman

Chicago, IL

Practicing appellate in Chicago since 1973.

53+
Years practicing
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Jacob Pomeranz is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Jacob has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornfield and Feldman.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 53 years
Known for
Appellate · Employment · General
  • Handles Appellate, Employment, and General matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Jacob Pomeranz: Jacob Pomeranz is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Jacob has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornfield and Feldman.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jacob takes on

Jacob concentrates on appellate, employment, general, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jacob handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Chicago, Illinois

Jacob takes appellate matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jacob agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois

Jacob takes employment matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jacob agrees to represent you.

General cases in Chicago, Illinois

Jacob takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jacob agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Chicago, Illinois

Jacob takes workers comp matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jacob agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jacob Pomeranz — appellate lawyer in Chicago

Jacob Pomeranz is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Jacob has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornfield and Feldman.

Jacob Pomeranz is a lawyer practicing labor law, general practice, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Jacob received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years. Jacob practices at Cornfield and Feldman in Chicago, IL.

Jacob's approach to appellate cases

Jacob Pomeranz is a lawyer practicing labor law, general practice, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Jacob received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years. Jacob practices at Cornfield and Feldman in Chicago, IL.

The kind of cases Jacob takes

Jacob reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, employment, and general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Yale University

    J.D. · 1973

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison

    B.S. · 1968

Jurisdictions

Jacob's state bar admissions

  • California

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1973 · ACTIVE

Jacob studied at J.D. in Yale University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Law school and academic background

Jacob completed J.D. in Yale University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jacob runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Jacob's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations

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Locations

Jacob Pomeranz's office in Chicago

Jacob's primary office is at 25 East Washington Street, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL, 60602-1803. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cornfield and Feldman

25 East Washington Street, Suite 1400

Chicago, IL 60602-1803

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jacob Pomeranz — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jacob usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jacob charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jacob will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jacob

Jacob discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jacob confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jacob's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jacob Pomeranz

  • How much does it cost to hire Jacob for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jacob walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jacob offer a free consultation?

    Jacob charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Jacob's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jacob gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jacob take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Jacob is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jacob will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Jacob?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jacob will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jacob accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Jacob's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

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