Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan

Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan

also known as Jeff Kaplan, J. Kaplan

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Probate ... +3 more

1027 S BOULDIN ST, Baltimore, MD

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Divorce, Child Custody & Support, Visitation

16 years | 150 cases

40%
Criminal Defense 33%

Assault, Drinking and Driving, Traffic, Bail Hearings and Bail Reviews: Any and all District Court Criminal Cases.

16 years | 1,000 cases

33%
Probate 10%

Estate Administration (Handling or Assisting the Personal Representative or Executor of the Estate with their duties)

16 years | 150 cases

10%
Personal Injury 7%

Auto Accidents

16 years | 100 cases

7%
Domestic Violence 5%

Protective Orders / Peace Orders

16 years | 50 cases

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Drafting Wills, Power of Attorneys, Living Wills, Etc...

16 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 16 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan

1027 S BOULDIN ST, Baltimore, MD, 21224

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Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Deanna Harrison | January 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent

He was the best attorney I ever had. He truly cares about his job. Mr Kaplan always wins. He’s the best. He’s not money hungry. He cares about each one of his clients. He will work with you. I trust of Mr. Kaplan on with my life. He’s good at everything he does. He used to have his own practice at la...w offices of Fisher and Kaplan now he works for legal aid in the city. He loves helping people his father was an attorney also. His grandfather and his uncle were both judges. So he’s grew up knowing everything about the law . Mr. Kaplan truly cares about his job. He’s the best attorney I ever had. He won case he did for me. I highly recommend him for anything. He specializes in custody, divorce ,estates, wills,Accident cases. You name it he does it. He is the absolute best at Everything he does. He is a young attorney. So his mind is fresh. He does not forget things like older attorneys do. I trust Mr. Catherine with my life. He’s the best I ever had.He also answers questions he is always there no matter what time it is you can text him late at night.He does not charge you for each text message you get free consult. He’s not all about the money. He also develops relationships with his clients. He told me that he has wanted to do this since he was a little boy. I could go on and say so many more great things about Jeff Kaplan.You will just have to hire him and find out. I promise you won’t be disappointed. Hiring him was the best day of my life. He got me Full legal so custody of my son. He texted me all week he practiced all week on my case. He stayed up all night we were on the phone. He made sure I won. He did not charge me extra for that. He knew that my child belongs with me. He put 100% effort into my case like he does everyone’s case. He deserves to be recognized he truly is the best attorney I’ve ever met.

Posted by Arnetha | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney

Mr.Kaplan represented me in a custody case and he was such a great attorney. He was very knowledgeable and always answered my questions quickly. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He helped me get the results that I wanted, he is very personable, and thorough. He makes sure he’s available when y...ou need. I really loved him representing.

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Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Rowe

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeffrey Lewis Kaplan aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. He is thorough, detail-orientated, and works tirelessly to protect his clients rights. I highly recommend him."

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David Martino

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeff and I have worked together many times before on criminal defense matters. He is very knowledgeable and always finds a way to put his clients' situation in the best possible light. Jeff's accounting background also makes him a fine estate planning attorney. I endorse his legal services."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jeffrey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Thomas Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeff Kaplan and I worked on a large Criminal Jury Trial; i handled the opening and closing, Jeff handled direct examination and cross examination. He was well prepared, tripped up the prosecution's expert witness and together we ended up getting our Client a not-guilty verdict for most of the charges, while the other charges we got dismissed before it even reached the Jury. I would definitely recommend him for not only Criminal Matters, but for any Estate Planning or Estate Administration."

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Matthew Farr

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff and the other members of his firm provide excellent legal advice and representation to the members of this community. I have heard nothing but fantastic reviews from previous clients they have represented. I highly recommend Jeff and his firm."

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Mark Rowe

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Gary Damico

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Martino

Criminal defense lawyer

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Josephine Schlick

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Grant Posner

Personal injury lawyer

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Oleg Fastovsky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Farr

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

10 Best Family Law Attorneys in MD, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2009

Fellowship, Stephen L. Snyder Center for Litigation Skills

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, The Law Offices of Fisher & Kaplan, LLC

2014 - 2016

Court Appointed Attorney, State of Maryland

2008 - 2009

Student Attorney, Anne Arundel County District Court

2008 - 2008

Law Clerk, Office Of The Public Defender Maryland

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, Office Of The Attorney General Of Maryland

Associations

2009 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

2009 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association

2009 - Present

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Sample of Legal Cases

Jury Trial - Regulated Firearm

Not Guilty on all significant charges - Released Shortly Thereafter

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Education

2009

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Towson University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Planning Ahead

Estate Planning

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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