Atty. Jonathan E. Kaplan
Jonathan E. Kaplan has devoted his entire career to representing management clients exclusively in all areas of labor relations, employment law, and human resources management.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN
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About Jonathan E. Kaplan at a Glance
Jonathan E. Kaplan is a employment and litigation attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Littler. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association. Educated at The University of Memphis (J.D., 1982) and Rhodes College (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan E. Kaplan
- Jonathan E. Kaplan has devoted his entire career to representing management clients exclusively in all areas of labor relations, employment law, and human resources management
- His practice spans litigation, training, and consulting, in which he has handled matters in more than 40 states and Canada
- Jonathan practices extensively before the NLRB across the country, and also has been admitted specially to practice before the state courts in California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, and Ohio
- He also is a frequent speaker before management and legal groups and has published numerous articles on labor and employment issues
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan E. Kaplan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan E. Kaplan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Employment Law in Memphis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Jonathan E. Kaplan is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Memphis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jonathan E. Kaplan is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-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 Memphis Choose Jonathan E. 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 Jonathan E. Kaplan's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Jonathan E. Kaplan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Jonathan E. 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 Jonathan E. Kaplan Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jonathan E. Kaplan has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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