McCollum Crowley — Defend Differently

My Team

Biography

Jake possesses nearly two decades of experience litigating cases in Minnesota and Wisconsin state and federal courts. As a shareholder with the firm, Jake takes on some of the most difficult and complex cases including wrongful death, failure to provide adequate premises security, auto liability, and subrogation claims. Numerous carriers and self-insured businesses have designated Jake as their approved counsel. His clients range from insurers and individuals/small family businesses to multi-national corporations Jake has been recognized as a “Rising Star” and has received numerous other accolades for his expertise and common sense approach to the resolution of claims.

When not engaged in his practice, Jake spends time with his family and rooting on the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Practice

Practice areas

  • General Liability
  • Construction Litigation
  • Complex Litigation

States

  • Minnesota
  • Wisconsin

Education and Experience

Education

  • William Mitchell College of Law (JD Cum Laude)
  • St. John’s University (BA)

Bar Associations

  • Minnesota
  • Wisconsin
  • Federal Court, District of Minnesota

Community Involvement

Professional Memberships

  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Construction Law Section
  • Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association, former Co-Chair Construction Law Section
  • Defense Research Institute
  • Claims Litigation Management (CLM)

Notable Cases and Activities

  • Minnesota Court of Appeals orders co-defendant to reimburse McCollum Crowley client all defense costs and fees.