Atty. Hank Jay Kaplan

Atty. Hank Jay Kaplan

Hank Jay Kaplan is a lawyer practicing labor law: pension benefits, pension and wage law, labor law: discipline and 7 other areas of law. Hank received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Portland Portland 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Hank Jay Kaplan at a glance

Hank Jay Kaplan is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Bennett, Hartman, Morris & Kaplan, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and Oregon (1983). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1981) and Princeton University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hank Jay Kaplan is a lawyer practicing labor law: pension benefits, pension and wage law, labor law: discipline and 7 other areas of law
  • Hank received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Hank practices at Bennett, Hartman, Morris & Kaplan, LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Hank Jay Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Hank Jay Kaplan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Hank Jay Kaplan is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Hank Jay Kaplan

Where is Hank Jay Kaplan's law office located?
Hank Jay Kaplan's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Bennett, Hartman, Morris & Kaplan, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hank Jay Kaplan handle?
Hank Jay Kaplan focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Hank Jay Kaplan practiced law?
Hank Jay Kaplan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Hank Jay Kaplan go to law school?
Hank Jay Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Hank Jay Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Hank Jay 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 Hank Jay Kaplan received?
Hank Jay Kaplan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1981
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
Oregon
Admitted: 1983

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