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    Andrew (Drew) Jacobs, Esq., founder of Jacobs Counsel LLC

    Andrew R. Jacobs, Esq.

    Founder & Managing Attorney

    Leads the firm's legal work for businesses, athletes, and creators.

    Drew founded Jacobs Counsel and leads the firm's work with gaming companies, athletes, creators, and growing businesses. He is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio. Before law school, he was a walk-on member of the Boston College basketball team and competed in the ACC.

    He is Director of Sports, Entertainment & Gaming Initiatives at Seton Hall University School of Law, where he also directs the Annual Gaming Law Bootcamp. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Entertainment & Sports Law in New Jersey (2026 and 2027) and New York Metro (2026). About the firm →

    Expertise hubAbout the Firm

    Credentials & Recognition

    • Licensed in New York, New Jersey & Ohio
    • Super Lawyers Rising Star, New York Metro 2026 and New Jersey 2026 and 2027 (Entertainment & Sports Law)
    • Director, Sports, Entertainment & Gaming Initiatives—Seton Hall Law
    • Creator & Director, Annual Gaming Law Bootcamp
    • Former Division I Athlete—Boston College (ACC)

    Education

    Boston College

    B.S., Carroll School of Management (Honors)—Former D1 Basketball Walk-On

    University of Miami School of Law

    1L year (2018–2019)

    Seton Hall University School of Law

    J.D. (2021)

    Practice Areas

    Bar Admissions, Appointments & Recognition

    Bar Admissions

    • New Jersey (2021)
    • Ohio (2023)
    • New York (2024)

    Academic Appointments

    • Director, Sports, Entertainment & Gaming Initiatives—Seton Hall University School of Law
    • Director, Annual Seton Hall Gaming Law Bootcamp (7th year, 150+ attendees, sponsored by FanDuel and BetMGM)

    Awards & Recognition

    • Super Lawyers Rising Star, New Jersey 2026 and 2027 (Entertainment & Sports Law)
    • Super Lawyers Rising Star, New York Metro 2026 (Entertainment & Sports Law)

    Affiliations & Published Work

    • New York State Bar Association
    • New Jersey State Bar Association
    • Ohio State Bar Association
    • Symposium Editor, Seton Hall Legislative Journal

    Teaching at Seton Hall Law

    Drew joined Seton Hall University School of Law after graduating from law school. His work there has included developing curriculum and bringing sports, entertainment, and gaming practitioners into the classroom.

    He also directs the Annual Gaming Law Bootcamp, which attracts more than 150 attendees.

    Licensed Jurisdictions

    Who is Drew Jacobs?

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where did Drew Jacobs go to law school?
    Drew Jacobs earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2021. He attended the University of Miami School of Law for his 1L year (2018–2019) before transferring to Seton Hall. He earned his undergraduate degree from Boston College's Carroll School of Management Honors Program in 2016, where he was a Division I basketball player in the ACC.

    What states is Drew Jacobs licensed to practice law in?
    Drew Jacobs is licensed to practice law in New Jersey (admitted 2021), Ohio (admitted 2023), and New York (admitted 2024).

    What does Drew Jacobs teach at Seton Hall Law?
    Drew Jacobs is Director of the Sports, Entertainment & Gaming Initiatives at Seton Hall University School of Law and Director of the Annual Seton Hall Gaming Law Bootcamp, now in its 7th year. The Bootcamp draws 150+ attendees and is sponsored by FanDuel and BetMGM.

    What was Drew Jacobs' background before founding Jacobs Counsel?
    Before founding Jacobs Counsel, Drew was a Division I basketball player at Boston College in the ACC and an NFLPA-Certified Contract Advisor representing professional athletes. The athlete and agent experience informs Jacobs Counsel's approach to NIL deals, revenue-share contracts, and post-career planning for current and retired athletes.

    What types of clients does Jacobs Counsel represent?
    Jacobs Counsel represents companies across industries as outside counsel, from founder-led and venture- or revenue-backed companies to established businesses and lean in-house teams. The firm has deeper experience with gaming operators, AI and SaaS companies, athletes (NIL and revenue-share), content creators, and hospitality businesses. Recurring work may be hourly, retainer-based, or hybrid, and fixed fees are used for defined projects. The firm is licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio.

    What awards has Drew Jacobs received?
    Drew Jacobs has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in both New Jersey and the New York Metro area, in the Entertainment & Sports Law category.

    Why is the firm called 'AI-native'?
    Jacobs Counsel was built to use modern technology across the practice rather than bolting it onto an existing model. Approved tools may support attorney-supervised review, research, organization, and drafting; attorneys verify the work and remain responsible for it. The use of technology does not determine the billing structure for an engagement.

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