Atty. Frederick Jay Kaplan

Atty. Frederick Jay Kaplan

Frederick Jay Kaplan is a lawyer practicing human rights, international, legal research and writing. Frederick has been licensed for 49 years.

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Human Rights & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 49+ Years Experience

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About Frederick Jay Kaplan at a Glance

Frederick Jay Kaplan is a civil rights and international attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (1977) and Washington (1978). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Frederick Jay Kaplan

  • Frederick Jay Kaplan is a lawyer practicing human rights, international, legal research and writing
  • Frederick has been licensed for 49 years
  • Frederick practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick Jay Kaplan's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick Jay Kaplan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.

Civil Rights in Seattle

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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International Law in Seattle

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle

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

Seattle Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Frederick Jay Kaplan

Where is Frederick Jay Kaplan's law office located?
Frederick Jay Kaplan's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick Jay Kaplan handle?
Frederick Jay Kaplan focuses on civil rights, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Frederick Jay Kaplan practiced law?
Frederick Jay Kaplan has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Seattle Choose Frederick Jay Kaplan

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Frederick Jay Kaplan's practice in the field of civil rights and international.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Frederick Jay Kaplan brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in California and Washington, Frederick Jay Kaplan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering civil rights and international, Frederick Jay Kaplan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Seattle

A Seattle-based practice means Frederick Jay Kaplan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Frederick Jay Kaplan's Practice Areas & Specializations

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1977
Washington
Admitted: 1978

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