Atty. Joel M. Kaplan

Atty. Joel M. Kaplan

Mr. Joel M.

Highland Park Highland Park 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (224) 561-5766 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel M. Kaplan at a glance

Joel M. Kaplan is a probate, personal injury, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in Highland Park, Illinois. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Illinois US District Court, Northern District of Texas (1973), US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), and Texas US Tax Court Illinois Northern District Court Texas Northern District Court (2010). Educated at De Paul University (J.D., 1973) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1969). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Highland Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joel M. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing medical negligence, tort litigation, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Joel practices in Highland Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel M. Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Joel M. Kaplan is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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.

Joel M. Kaplan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Joel M. Kaplan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Joel M. Kaplan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel M. Kaplan

Where is Joel M. Kaplan's law office located?
Joel M. Kaplan's law practice is located in Highland Park, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel M. Kaplan handle?
Joel M. Kaplan focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel M. Kaplan practiced law?
Joel M. Kaplan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Joel M. Kaplan go to law school?
Joel M. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Joel M. Kaplan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
De Paul University
- 1973
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois US District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1973
US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
Texas US Tax Court Illinois Northern District Court Texas Northern District Court
Admitted: 2010

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