Atty. Stephen M. Kaplan

Atty. Stephen M. Kaplan

Stephen M. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law and workouts, general practice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law.

Needham Needham 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen M. Kaplan at a glance

Stephen M. Kaplan is a Member based in Needham, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Stephen M. Kaplan. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1972) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1969). Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Needham, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen M. Kaplan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law and workouts, general practice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Law Office of Stephen M. Kaplan in Needham, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M. Kaplan's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Stephen M. Kaplan is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen M. Kaplan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Stephen M. Kaplan is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen M. Kaplan

Where is Stephen M. Kaplan's law office located?
Stephen M. Kaplan's law practice is located in Needham, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of Stephen M. Kaplan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M. Kaplan handle?
Stephen M. Kaplan focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Stephen M. Kaplan practiced law?
Stephen M. Kaplan has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen M. Kaplan go to law school?
Stephen M. Kaplan earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Stephen M. Kaplan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1972
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977

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