Atty. Sylvia Chin-Caplan

Atty. Sylvia Chin-Caplan

Sylvia Chin-Caplan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, products liability, medical malpractice and 5 other areas of law. Sylvia received a B.S.N. degree from Northeastern University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years.

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About Sylvia Chin-Caplan at a glance

Sylvia Chin-Caplan is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Sylvia Chin-Caplan. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, poa, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Claims (1985). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1984) and Northeastern University (B.S.N., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Womens Bar Association of Massachusetts American Association of Nurse Attorneys New England Chapter of Nurse Attorneys. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sylvia Chin-Caplan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, products liability, medical malpractice and 5 other areas of law
  • Sylvia received a B.S.N. degree from Northeastern University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Sylvia practices at Law Office of Sylvia Chin-Caplan in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvia Chin-Caplan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sylvia Chin-Caplan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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Power of Attorney

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Boston 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 Sylvia Chin-Caplan

Where is Sylvia Chin-Caplan's law office located?
Sylvia Chin-Caplan's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of Sylvia Chin-Caplan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvia Chin-Caplan handle?
Sylvia Chin-Caplan focuses on medical malpractice, employment, poa, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Sylvia Chin-Caplan practiced law?
Sylvia Chin-Caplan has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Sylvia Chin-Caplan go to law school?
Sylvia Chin-Caplan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.N., 1978).
How can I contact Sylvia Chin-Caplan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sylvia Chin-Caplan received?
Sylvia Chin-Caplan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1984
B.S.N.
Northeastern University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Claims
Admitted: 1985

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