Atty. Matthew David Caplan
Matthew David Caplan is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation and arbitration, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 18+ Years Experience
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About Matthew David Caplan at a Glance
Matthew David Caplan is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, health care, and adr. Admitted to practice in California US District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court, Central Dis (2008). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D. Political, 2008) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Political, 2004). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew David Caplan
- Matthew David Caplan is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation and arbitration, litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
- Matthew practices at DLA Piper LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew David Caplan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew David Caplan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
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Health Care Law in Los Angeles
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Mediation & Arbitration in Los Angeles
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Matthew David Caplan
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 Matthew David Caplan's practice in the field of business, class action, litigation, health care, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew David Caplan brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and litigation, Matthew David Caplan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Matthew David Caplan 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 Matthew David Caplan Handles in Los Angeles
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