Jacob J Thomason
Google Rating
4.9(113 reviews)
- (218) 739-4357
- chris.cadem@cademlaw.com
About:
Jacob J. Thomason (“Jake”) provides passionate and creative representation to his clients. Jake focuses his practice on criminal defense, domestic abuse, harassment, and family law. For nearly a decade Jake has focused his practice on criminal law, with the past seven years spent as a prosecutor at the Otter Tail County Attorney’s Office. During that time, Jake prosecuted more than 1,000 criminal matters and successfully handled more than 25 jury trials, ranging from simple traffic matters to DWIs, drug possession, domestic assault, financial crimes, serious assaults, and drug trafficking. This unique insider perspective gives Jake a powerful advantage while defending clients charged with crimes. He was also a board member of Otter Tail County Drug and DWI Courts where he contributed in meaningful ways to the courts, the participants, and positive outcomes for those with chemical addiction issues. Jake received his law degree from William Mitchell College of Law. Always seeking to be a trial attorney, Jake honed his trial skills early on by both participating in and coaching mock trial teams that competed in Washington, D.C. and Chicago. Jake also gathered real courtroom experience prosecuting for two and a half years, under student practice rules, as a felony Sentencing Law Clerk with the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office. Following law school, Jake worked at the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office as a contract attorney in the Juvenile Division as well as the Child Protection Division. In his personal life, Jake loves spending time with his family and is a life-long Vikings fan. Jake also enjoys snowboarding, target shooting, and following auto racing including the Formula 1 series. In keeping with the “Aggressive, Strategic, Compassionate” mission statement of Cadem Law Group, Jake has the training and experience to cut to the heart of your legal matter and achieve outstanding results. View More ›
DVLawyers AI Summary:
Cadem Law Group, P.L.L.C. is dedicated to providing tailored legal support primarily in family law, criminal defense, child protection, and domestic violence cases. They understand the complexities and emotional turmoil that survivors of domestic abuse often face, emphasizing a survivor-first approach. Their team is committed to aggressive yet compassionate representation, ensuring that every client feels heard and valued. The firm actively helps clients navigate sensitive legal issues such as divorce, custody disputes, and orders for protection against harassment or domestic violence. Their attorneys prioritize trauma-informed practices, recognizing the unique challenges survivors encounter. With a strong focus on individualized attention, the firm aims to create personalized strategies that align with each client's specific goals and needs, fostering a collaborative environment. Cadem Law Group's attorneys bring a wealth of experience and empathy to their cases, striving to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining a supportive atmosphere. They encourage open communication, enabling clients to voice their concerns and feel reassured throughout the legal process. This focus on emotional support complements their legal expertise, offering a holistic approach to representation. For survivors seeking legal guidance, Cadem Law Group may be an appropriate choice, particularly if you value a firm that prioritizes understanding and respect for your situation. They offer free consultations, allowing potential clients to gauge whether their approach aligns with their needs without any pressure. While they are committed to fighting for your rights, it’s important to recognize that legal matters can be complex and outcomes may vary. Survivors are encouraged to reach out and explore their options in a safe and supportive environment.
Jurisdiction:Minnesota (Since 2013)
Practice Area
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
No Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
B.A.
Reviews
RATED 1.0
Sep 11, 2025via Google
Mason Hendricks
"Refused to appear in court just 2 days before custody hearing if we did not agree to pay an additional $3500 after Carolyn claimed to use the $4500 retainer fee. Because the hearing was just 2 days away we felt forced to agree or we would lose my brothers to their abusive mother. Carolyn and the rest of their office were urged to work on our case and be prepared for the hearing because we had noticed very early after we paid them that they no longer cared about our case. We asked to meet with Carolyn on multiple occasions to have a meeting to talk about our case. We were told over and over that Carolyn was not available and to trust their process. Once we were at the hearing it became very clear that Carolyn was not prepared and did not know our story and facts of the case. Though she was thrown a curveball by the judge which she said she had never seen done before and we were all shocked about. It does not excuse Carolyn not bringing up key points that we had talk to her about on multiple occasions and the importance those topics had on our case. It seemed at no point was Carolyn attempting to state the facts and evidence we had in a comprehensible manner especially when the judge does not know the case. I believe this is because Carolyn did not know the case herself. As the hearing went on Carolyn continuously brought up topics and presented them as if it was a mystery or puzzle for the judge to put together instead of just making our point clear. I am sure this made things very confusing for the judge and was unable to understand what we were presenting. This forced the judge to believe what the opposing party said because our case was incomprehensible. The opposing party did not even have a lawyer and was merely a high school graduate with major holes in their story. Carolyn’s ridiculous behavior and inability to be prepared for our case caused my family to lose all custody of my two younger brothers and have my brothers have to go from living with their loving father to living with their physically and emotionally abusive mother and her boyfriend who we are in the process of receiving more information on after receiving a message from his ex wife that he committed acts of domestic violence on her. After the hearing one of the staff at their office informed us that Carolyn would not speak with us until we paid her more money. We have now exhausted all our resources to keeping my little brothers out of danger and are now possibly not gonna ever get them where they are safe. Cadem law has taken advantage of my families sensitive situation and for their own financial gain. I would advise you do not let these people take advantage of you."
RATED 5.0
Jul 2, 2025via Google
Justin Burdick
"Jake is the best !!! Cadem Law made everything easy to understand."
RATED 5.0
Jun 2, 2025via Google
Brenda Belz
"Staff and Cadem lawyers where very informative and helpful through my son's ordeal."
RATED 5.0
Jun 2, 2025via Google
Danielle Trimbo
"Very thorough. Easy to work with."
RATED 5.0
Mar 2, 2025via Google
Jed Divine
"Carolyn and her staff have worked tirelessly to put me in the best spot as a single dad. They care deeply about me and my daughter’s story and have been sensitive to my emotional situation. I am going through a parent’s worst nightmare and Carolyn does an excellent job of grounding me during this tumultuous period of my life when my emotions run high. I am proud to say I have sole custody of my daughter for 2 and 1/2 years now under her counsel and even though the divorce/custody case isn't completed yet, Carolyn has already shown her great acumen in the courtroom and I have the utmost confidence in her ability to advocate for my daughter and me. I don't see any reason, with Carolyn at the helm, that my situation could change for the worse. I only see my situation getting better the longer she represents me."