Jacob R. Goetz

612-746-3473
jgoetz@fitchjohnson.com

Assistant
Linnea J. Peasley
612-746-6636
lpeasley@fitchjohnson.com

Experience
Attorney: Fitch Johnson Larson, P.A. (2024-Present)

  • Employer and insurer defense in workers’ compensation matters from initiation of litigation through appellate work.

Senior Medical Claim Specialist: Farmers Insurance, Eagan, MN (2016-2024)

  • Evaluated claims for potential fraud, loss control, and recovery in accordance with insurance policies, coding rules, and state regulations.
  • Planned and conducted coverage investigations; extensively reviewed medical bills, legal correspondence, and insuring agreements.
  • Interacted daily with patrons taking statements and researching medical records to understand the nature and extent of injuries as well as pertinent medical conditions.

Education

  • J.D., Mitchell Hamline School of Law, 2024 (cum laude)
    • Honors: CALI Awards – Negotiation, and Energy Law; Dean’s List
  • B.S., University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, 2015
    • Major: Applied Economics

Admission to Practice

  • State of Minnesota, admitted 2024

Professional Associations

  • Minnesota State Bar Association
  • Ramsey County Bar Association
  • Hennepin County Bar Association