Atty. Michael Paul Kaplan

Atty. Michael Paul Kaplan

Michael Paul Kaplan is a lawyer practicing capital markets, consumer products, corporate governance and 12 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

New York New York 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Paul Kaplan at a glance

Michael Paul Kaplan is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, consumer, health care, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1995) and New York (1996). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1995) and Harvard College (A.B., 1992). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Paul Kaplan is a lawyer practicing capital markets, consumer products, corporate governance and 12 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Paul Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Consumer Protection

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Health Care Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Paul Kaplan

Where is Michael Paul Kaplan's law office located?
Michael Paul Kaplan's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Paul Kaplan handle?
Michael Paul Kaplan focuses on business, consumer, health care, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Paul Kaplan practiced law?
Michael Paul Kaplan has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Paul Kaplan go to law school?
Michael Paul Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (A.B., 1992).
How can I contact Michael Paul Kaplan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1995
A.B.
Harvard College
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1996

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