John Jacobson

John Jacobson is an experienced attorney with a strong background in legal representation for the financial industry. Currently serving as an Attorney at Suttell, Hammer & White since August 2021, John previously held roles such as Legal Counsel/Business Development at Cognipay, LLC and Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of John A. Jacobson - Kirkland Law Group, PLLC. With extensive experience in compliance, contract negotiation, and business development, John has also served as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel at various firms, focusing on regulatory compliance and risk management in payment processing and financial services. An educational background includes a Juris Doctorate from Seattle University School of Law. John Jacobson's diverse expertise encompasses both legal and operational aspects of the finance sector, alongside foundational leadership experience from earlier roles.