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Hon. Moshe Jacobius (Ret.)

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Chicago, IL, United States

About

Before entering private practice, this neutral served for 31 years on the Cook County Circuit Court, including a significant tenure as the presiding judge of the Chancery Division. His judicial career involved overseeing complex litigation ranging from class actions and corporate disputes to high-stakes family law matters. He is recognized for his ability to manage voluminous dockets and facilitate settlements in emotionally charged or legally intricate cases.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Family Law & Divorce Government & Administrative Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS (Current)
Presiding Judge
Chancery Division
Circuit Court of Cook County
2010–2021
Presiding Judge
Domestic Relations Division
Circuit Court of Cook County
Judge
2000–2010
Circuit Court of Cook County
1991–2021
Assistant Attorney General
Illinois Attorney General’s Office
1976–1991

Publications Leadership

  • Author, 'Mediating Divorce Relocation: A Path Worth Considering', JAMS Solutions
  • Frequent speaker on chancery practice and domestic relations for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
  • Former Chair, Illinois Supreme Court Committee on Domestic Violence
  • Past President, Illinois Judges Association

Positioning Takeaways

His extensive judicial background in both chancery and family law makes him uniquely qualified for complex commercial disputes and sensitive domestic relations mediation.

License & Certifications

  • Illinois State Bar Admission

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
1975
M.A.
Northwestern University
B.A.
Northwestern University

Distinction

Served as the Presiding Judge of both the Chancery and Domestic Relations Divisions in Cook County, one of the largest unified court systems in the United States.

Reputation

He is highly regarded by legal professionals for his deep knowledge of chancery law and his patient, even-handed approach to resolving contentious disputes.