Atty. Douglas C Kaplan

Atty. Douglas C Kaplan

Mr. Douglas C Kaplan is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, wills and trusts.

Hollywood Hollywood 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas C Kaplan at a glance

Douglas C Kaplan is a Member based in Hollywood, Florida, practicing at Kaplan & Jaffe P.A.. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1953), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1954), and U.S. Tax Court (1973). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1953) and University of Miami (B.B.A., 1953). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Hollywood, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Douglas C Kaplan is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, wills and trusts
  • Douglas received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1953, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • Douglas practices at Kaplan & Jaffe P.A. in Hollywood, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas C Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hollywood are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas C Kaplan

Where is Douglas C Kaplan's law office located?
Douglas C Kaplan's law practice is located in Hollywood, Florida. The firm is Kaplan & Jaffe P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas C Kaplan handle?
Douglas C Kaplan focuses on trusts, probate, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Douglas C Kaplan practiced law?
Douglas C Kaplan has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did Douglas C Kaplan go to law school?
Douglas C Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1953); (B.B.A., 1953).
How can I contact Douglas C Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas C Kaplan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas C Kaplan received?
Douglas C Kaplan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1953
B.B.A.
University of Miami
- 1953

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1953
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1954
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973

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