Atty. Joseph V. Kaplan

Atty. Joseph V. Kaplan

Joseph V. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, federal civil practice and 10 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (771) 246-2794

Profile Summary

About Joseph V. Kaplan at a glance

Joseph V. Kaplan is a Founding Principal based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Passman & Kaplan, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, securities, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1980), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1981). Educated at Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A. Political, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and National Employment Lawyers Association Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph V. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, federal civil practice and 10 other areas of law
  • Joseph V. received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Joseph V. practices at Passman & Kaplan, P.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph V. Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

Joseph V. Kaplan is one of 6,573 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in District of Columbia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Joseph V. Kaplan is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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

Joseph V. Kaplan is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph V. Kaplan

Where is Joseph V. Kaplan's law office located?
Joseph V. Kaplan's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Passman & Kaplan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph V. Kaplan handle?
Joseph V. Kaplan focuses on discrimination, employment, securities, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joseph V. Kaplan practiced law?
Joseph V. Kaplan has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Joseph V. Kaplan go to law school?
Joseph V. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Political, 1975).
How can I contact Joseph V. Kaplan for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph V. 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 Joseph V. Kaplan received?
Joseph V. Kaplan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University School of Law
- 1978
B.A. Political
Pennsylvania State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
Maryland
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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