About
Jacob S. Shakarchy is a highly experienced corporate attorney with a strong background in business law, real estate finance, and tax planning. He has built a distinguished legal career by providing strategic counsel to entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors. His expertise spans corporate transactions, commercial dealings, and estate planning, ensuring that clients receive well-structured legal solutions. Licensed to practice in New York, he has worked with prominent law firms and gained extensive experience handling complex business and real estate matters.
Mr. Shakarchy earned his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 1979, followed by an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law in 1981. He completed his undergraduate studies at American University in 1976, graduating summa cum laude with a B.S. His academic achievements reflect his strong foundation in law, finance, and taxation, equipping him with the knowledge to guide clients through legal complexities.
Throughout his career, Mr. Shakarchy has assisted business owners and investors in structuring deals, managing legal risks, and planning financial strategies. He previously worked at the Beverly Hills law firm Kaplan Livingston Goodwin Berkowitz and later at Finley, Kumble, Wagner, Underberg & Casey in Washington, D.C. His experience in corporate law, tax, and real estate has allowed him to handle high-value transactions with precision.
Mr. Shakarchy advises entrepreneurs on every stage of their business journey, from structuring investments and negotiating contracts to ensuring full regulatory compliance. Serving as outsourced general counsel for many of his clients, he delivers strategic, business-minded legal solutions focused on growth, risk management, and asset protection. He also helps companies design and implement effective exit strategies—such as sales, mergers, or acquisitions—to maximize value and investor returns.
With fluency in multiple languages, including Arabic, Farsi, and French, Jacob S. Shakarchy has been able to assist a diverse client base, offering legal representation across different cultural and financial landscapes. His dedication to corporate law and personalized client service make him a trusted advisor in the legal industry.
Law Office Affiliations
- Managing Partner, Cox Padmore Skolnik & Shakarchy LLP
- Member, New York State Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association
Licensed State
- New York
Education
- Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor (JD) - American University
BS with Summa Cum Laude
Awards & Badges


- Corporate
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Tax
- Commercial Real Estate




