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About J. Michael Kaplan at a glance
J. Michael Kaplan is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at J. Michael Kaplan Attorney at Law, PC. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1969). Educated at Mercer University J.D. (—) and Emory University A.B. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. J. Michael Kaplan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditors' rights
- J. received a A.B. degree from Emory University, and has been licensed for 57 years
- J. practices at J. Michael Kaplan Attorney at Law, PC in Atlanta, GA
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
J. Michael Kaplan is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →
J. Michael Kaplan is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Georgia →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
J. Michael Kaplan is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Georgia →
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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