Atty. Scott Matthew Kaplan

Atty. Scott Matthew Kaplan

Scott Matthew Kaplan is a lawyer practicing commercial law, business law, trusts and estates. Scott received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2010, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Chicago Chicago 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Matthew Kaplan at a glance

Scott Matthew Kaplan is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on trusts and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois Supreme Court (2014) and United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2014). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology - Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2014) and Indiana University (B.A., 2010). Active member of Decalogue Society of Lawyers Chicago Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Matthew Kaplan is a lawyer practicing commercial law, business law, trusts and estates
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2010, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Scott practices at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Matthew Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Matthew Kaplan

Where is Scott Matthew Kaplan's law office located?
Scott Matthew Kaplan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Matthew Kaplan handle?
Scott Matthew Kaplan focuses on trusts, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott Matthew Kaplan practiced law?
Scott Matthew Kaplan has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Scott Matthew Kaplan go to law school?
Scott Matthew Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.A., 2010).
How can I contact Scott Matthew Kaplan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology - Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2014
B.A.
Indiana University
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Illinois Supreme Court
Admitted: 2014
United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2014

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