Atty. Jerome Kaplan
Jerome Kaplan is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning. Jerome received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1947, and has been licensed for 75 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 75+ Years Experience
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About Jerome Kaplan at a Glance
Jerome Kaplan is a estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1951) and Michigan (1951). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1950) and Temple University (B.S., 1947). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jerome Kaplan
- Jerome Kaplan is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning
- Jerome received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1947, and has been licensed for 75 years
- Jerome practices in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Jerome Kaplan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerome Kaplan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Estate Planning & Probate in Philadelphia
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jerome Kaplan is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jerome Kaplan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Tax Law in Philadelphia
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Jerome Kaplan is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Jerome 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 Jerome Kaplan's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jerome Kaplan brings 75+ 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 Pennsylvania and Michigan, Jerome Kaplan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and tax, Jerome Kaplan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Jerome 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 Jerome Kaplan Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jerome Kaplan has experience with under Pennsylvania 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 Jerome Kaplan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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