Atty. Howard B. Kaplan

Atty. Howard B. Kaplan

Howard B. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing products liability, appellate advocacy, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law.

Metairie Metairie 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (504) 497-0084 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howard B. Kaplan at a glance

Howard B. Kaplan is an Associate based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Bernard, Cassisa, Elliott & Davis A Professional Law Corporation. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on product liability, insurance, appellate, and animal law. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1984) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Howard B. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing products liability, appellate advocacy, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Howard B. received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Howard B. practices at Bernard, Cassisa, Elliott & Davis A Professional Law Corporation in Metairie, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Howard B. Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Animal Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard B. Kaplan

Where is Howard B. Kaplan's law office located?
Howard B. Kaplan's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Bernard, Cassisa, Elliott & Davis A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard B. Kaplan handle?
Howard B. Kaplan focuses on product liability, insurance, appellate, animal law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Howard B. Kaplan practiced law?
Howard B. Kaplan has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Howard B. Kaplan go to law school?
Howard B. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Howard B. Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Howard B. 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 Howard B. Kaplan received?
Howard B. Kaplan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1984
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1993

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