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Jacob Skousen

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Moberly, MO 65270

United States

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Summary

Jacob Skousen is an attorney, admitted in California and Missouri. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in

economics from the University of Utah and a Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School. Prior to pursuing

law, he worked as a stockbroker. In law school, he capitalized on his experience by working in the legal

departments of two Wall Street firms.Since law school, Jacob has been an attorney at Ford, Parshall &

Baker, the top litigation and insurance defense firm in central Missouri.

At both the University of Utah and Brooklyn Law, he was heavily involved in student government. He

has many friends in the California, Missouri, and New York areas where he continues to reach out

through numerous business, charitable and volunteer activities. He is an avid road cyclist, Eagle Scout,

Olympic-style marksman, and scuba diver.

Work History

Litow & Pech, P.C.

Greater St. Louis, MO Jun 2011 - Present

Attorney

Litigation practice, including numerous court appearances on motions and trial work.

Ford, Parshall & Baker

Columbia, MO, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2011

Attorney

General litigation, including insurance defense, personal injury, high-volume collections, and real

estate.

Varied litigation experience includes numerous court appearances, motions, depositions, and trial

work. Initiated and resolved personal injury, real estate, and general litigation cases.

Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc.

New York City, NY, United States 2007

Law Clerk

Researched policies for issuing debt during blackout periods when the company was suffering

record losses and needed to raise capital. Researched and briefed the firm on conflicts between

federal and state securities laws regarding broker registration.

Bondholder Communications Group

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New York City, NY, United States 2007

Law Clerk

Reviewed registration statements, prospectuses, consent solicitation statements, and tender and

exchange offer documents. Consulted investors and their advisors regarding corporate and

municipal tender offers. Researched and briefed firm on securities and tax regulations of the United

States, Spain, and Argentina.

New Jersey Attorney General's Office - Bureau of Securities

Newark, NJ, United States 2007

Law Clerk

Research was instrumental in successful prosecution of $50 million international fraud. Applied state

and federal securities laws to on-going investigations of securities fraud. Compiled and analyzed

financial transactions for fraudulent activities.

Orscheln Managment Company

Moberly, MO, United States 2006

Law Clerk

Compiled, reviewed, and analyzed a portfolio of 105+ commercial leases for duties and obligations.

Initiated and compiled an electronic database of lease terms to facilitate future management of

leases. Implemented recent developments in contract drafting to execute necessary addendums,

amendments, and memorandums of lease.

Fidelity Investments

Salt Lake City, UT, United States 1999 - 2001

Stockbroker

Series 7 & 63 licensed trader of equities, mutual funds, bonds and options. Individually recognized

for thousands of error-free trades, as well as top sales, trading and service achievements. Educated

clients on investing, markets, and relevant laws and regulations.

Education

Brooklyn Law School

New York, NY, United States 2005 - 2008

Juris Doctor, Law

Studies focused on clinical experience and securities, corporate, and finance law.

Elected Student Bar Association Representative, 2005-2007, where I represented the student body

in discussions with school administration and to the local business community. Elected Investment

Club Sector Leader, 2006-2007, where I researched and presented investment opportunities. Also, I

initiated and coordinated a speaking engagement for a nationally renowned economist/investment

advisor.

University of Utah - College of Social and

Behavioral Science

Salt Lake City, UT, United States 2000 - 2005

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Studies focused on economics (major), philosophy (minor), and mathematics.

Dean's Listed. Elected a member of Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics Honor Society). Elected a

member of Student Advisory Committee, where I liaised between student body and administration.

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Earned a position on the Marksmanship Team 2004-2005 (nationally ranked marksman in two

Olympic-style events). Worked to fund 95% of degree.

Certifications

California Bar 2008 - Has no expiration

(State Bar of California)

Missouri Bar 2009 - Has no expiration

(State Bar of Missouri)

Series 7 & 63 1999 - 2003

(NASD)

Professional Associations

Inns of Court (Associate)

Boone County Bar Association

Santa Barbara Bar Association

San Francisco Bar Association

Skills

Westlaw/Lexis Nexis

(Advanced)

5-6 Years Experience, (Currently in use)

Microsoft Office Products

(Advanced)

10+ Years Experience, (Currently in use)

Including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher

Volunteer Work

U.S. Senator Orrin G. Hatch - interacted with constituents on policy questions and action items -

2003-2004.

Church - Numerous and continuous public speaking, leadership, and teaching responsibilities for

church - 1989-Present.

Interests

Avid road cyclist, Olympic-style marksman, scuba diver; Eagle Scout (1993); married with three

children.

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