Atty. Barbara T. Kaplan

Atty. Barbara T. Kaplan

Barbara T. Kaplan, named one of the top 50 women lawyers in New York City by Super Lawyers magazine, focuses her tax litigation practice on domestic and foreign corporations, partnerships, and individuals in federal, state, and local tax examinations, controversies and litigation, including administrative and grand jury criminal tax investigations.

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About Barbara T. Kaplan at a glance

Barbara T. Kaplan is a tax litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Barbara T. Kaplan, named one of the top 50 women lawyers in New York City by Super Lawyers magazine, focuses her tax litigation practice on domestic and foreign corporations, partnerships, and individuals in federal, state, and local tax examinations, controversies and litigation, including administrative and grand jury criminal tax investigations
  • She is the co-chair of the global tax practice and chair of the New York tax department at Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara T. Kaplan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara T. Kaplan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Litigation

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about Barbara T. Kaplan

Where is Barbara T. Kaplan's law office located?
Barbara T. Kaplan's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara T. Kaplan handle?
Barbara T. Kaplan focuses on tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Barbara T. Kaplan go to law school?
Barbara T. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Barbara T. Kaplan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara T. Kaplan received?
Barbara T. Kaplan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 100 Lawyers in New York," 2009-2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 50 Women Lawyers in New York," 2007-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, New York Super Lawyers, 2006-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, 2010-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, 2011-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Euromoney Legal Media Group’s Americas Women in Business Law Awards, "Best in Tax Dispute Resolution," 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (New York City)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

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