Atty. Frederick Merrill Kaplan

Atty. Frederick Merrill Kaplan

Frederick Merrill Kaplan is a lawyer practicing real estate development, construction law, business transactions and 1 other area of law. Frederick received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Frederick Merrill Kaplan at a glance

Frederick Merrill Kaplan is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kaplan Saunders Valente & Beninati, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ssd, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1980) and George Washington University (B.A. Universite, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frederick Merrill Kaplan is a lawyer practicing real estate development, construction law, business transactions and 1 other area of law
  • Frederick received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Frederick practices at Kaplan Saunders Valente & Beninati, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick Merrill Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Frederick Merrill Kaplan is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Frederick Merrill Kaplan

Where is Frederick Merrill Kaplan's law office located?
Frederick Merrill Kaplan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kaplan Saunders Valente & Beninati, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick Merrill Kaplan handle?
Frederick Merrill Kaplan focuses on business, real estate, ssd, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Frederick Merrill Kaplan practiced law?
Frederick Merrill Kaplan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Frederick Merrill Kaplan go to law school?
Frederick Merrill Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Universite, 1977).
How can I contact Frederick Merrill Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Frederick Merrill 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 Frederick Merrill Kaplan received?
Frederick Merrill Kaplan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1980
B.A. Universite
George Washington University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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