Av. Douglas Kaplan

Av. Douglas Kaplan

Douglas Kaplan is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, family, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About Douglas Kaplan at a glance

Douglas Kaplan is a Member based in Merrick, New York, practicing at Douglas Kaplan. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1982) and New York University (B.A., 1978). Active member of New York Trial Lawyers Association New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Merrick, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Douglas Kaplan is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, family, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas Kaplan in Merrick, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Merrick 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Kaplan

Where is Douglas Kaplan's law office located?
Douglas Kaplan's law practice is located in Merrick, New York. The firm is Douglas Kaplan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Kaplan handle?
Douglas Kaplan focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Douglas Kaplan practiced law?
Douglas Kaplan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Douglas Kaplan go to law school?
Douglas Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Douglas Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas 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.

Eğitim

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1982
B.A.
New York University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986

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