Atty. Robert M. Kaplan

Atty. Robert M. Kaplan

Robert M. Kaplan joined the firm in 1987 and has been a partner since 1991, working out of the Mt.

Mount Laurel Mount Laurel 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Robert M. Kaplan at a glance

Robert M. Kaplan is a Partner based in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, practforg at Margolis Edelstein. They haand 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1980), United States District Court, District of New Jersey (1980), and United States Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1988). Educated at Rutgers University Law School (J.D., 1980) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS •Camden County Bar Association •New Jersey Defense Association. Serands clients in Mount Laurel, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert M. Kaplan joined the firm in 1987 and has been a partner since 1991, working out of the Mt
  • Laurel office
  • Bob has taken hundreds of jury trials to verdict, defending clients in premises liability, professional malpractice, products liability, assault, and motor vehicle liability cases
  • He also represents insurance carriers directly in coverage matters
  • Bob’s practice extends beyond the trial level and he has appeared before the NJ Appellate Division and the NJ Supreme Court on dozens of occasions
  • Bob has defended Public Officials in New Jersey in a variety of matters ranging from allegations of malfeasance to defamation
  • Bob presents seminars on premises liability, product liability, and the NJ Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act
  • Honors •BV Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated •Selected for Inclusion in New Jersey Super Lawyers News & Case Results Bob Kaplan Receives Trial Bar Award by Trial Attorneys of New Jersey NJ Non-Resident is Subject to PIP Threshold - Kaplan Overturns Lower Court Ruling on Appeal

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practforg law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Mount Laurel are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Robert M. Kaplan's law office located?
Robert M. Kaplan's law practice is located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The firm is Margolis Edelstein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert M. Kaplan practiced law?
Robert M. Kaplan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert M. Kaplan go to law school?
Robert M. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
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What awards or recognition has Robert M. Kaplan receiandd?
Robert M. Kaplan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University Law School
- 1980
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
United States District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
United States Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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