Atty. Gerald Kaplan
Gerald Kaplan is a lawyer practicing insurance, commercial, personal injury litigation and 1 other area of law. Gerald received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1958, and has been licensed for 63 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Edison, NJ · 63+ Years Experience
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About Gerald Kaplan at a Glance
Gerald Kaplan is a Counsel based in Edison, New Jersey, practicing at Methfessel & Werbel. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1963) and New York (1969). Educated at Seton Hall University (LL.B. Seton, 1961) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1958). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Morris County (Chairman, No-Fault Committee, 1985—), New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Edison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald Kaplan
- Gerald Kaplan is a lawyer practicing insurance, commercial, personal injury litigation and 1 other area of law
- Gerald received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1958, and has been licensed for 63 years
- Gerald practices at Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, NJ
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Gerald Kaplan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Kaplan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edison.
Personal Injury in Edison
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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Business & Corporate Law in Edison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gerald Kaplan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Insurance Law in Edison
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Gerald Kaplan is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edison
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edison-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edison Choose Gerald 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 Gerald Kaplan's practice in the field of personal injury, business, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald Kaplan brings 63+ 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 New Jersey and New York, Gerald Kaplan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and insurance, Gerald Kaplan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edison
A Edison-based practice means Gerald Kaplan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gerald Kaplan Handles in Edison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gerald Kaplan has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gerald Kaplan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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