David W. Jacobsen

Biography

David values the relationships he builds with clients and takes time to understand their goals, concerns, and circumstances. For more than 15 years, he has helped individuals, families, and business owners navigate legal decisions involving their businesses, property, estates, and disputes.

David’s practice combines transactional work with courtroom experience. He advises clients on planning and agreements and represents them when conflicts require litigation. That broad perspective helps him anticipate potential problems and provide practical guidance.

His experience includes hundreds of real estate transactions, business formations, purchases and sales of businesses, and more than 1,000 estate plans. He has also guided fiduciaries through approximately 100+ probate and trust administration matters.

In addition, David has represented hundreds of clients in criminal matters ranging from traffic offenses to serious felony charges. His courtroom experience includes contested hearings, pretrial and posttrial motions, and civil and criminal trials before judges and juries.

Background

Born and raised in southern Minnesota, David is a graduate of Kenyon-Wanamingo High School, the University of Minnesota, and William Mitchell College of Law.

During law school, he worked as a law clerk at a small private firm and as a certified student attorney with the Minneapolis City Attorney’s Office.

After law school, David returned to his hometown of Kenyon to establish his own practice. He later joined attorneys Mike Hero and Steve Jorstad to form Hero, Jorstad & Jacobsen Law Firm, P.A. The firm became Jacobsen Law Firm, P.A. in 2020.

Outside the Office

David and his wife, Mariah, are active in the Northfield community and serve on boards of local nonprofit organizations. They have three children: Rory and twins Reese and Quinn.

Outside the office, David coaches youth baseball and basketball and enjoys golfing, camping, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He is also an avid Minnesota Golden Gophers football fan. Ski-U-Mah!