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Matthew A. Caplan
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Biography
Matthew Caplan has been practicing in the family law field exclusively for the past 20 years. Matthew’s expertise lies in the areas of divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, paternity, post-judgment modifications, high conflict cases, same sex divorce and litigation of large asset estates and complex financial matters. Matthew attended and graduated from the University of Michigan in 1992, Wayne State University Law School in 1997, and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1997. Matthew takes pride in the work he has done bringing justice to the lives of many clients who suffered at the hands of abusive spouses. Matthew enjoys assisting those who need help and relishes the opportunity to help the underdogs of the world stand up for themselves. Mathew is an avid runner, golfer, and cook, who enjoys spending time outside with his wife of 18 years and 15 year old son.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 28 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Caplan & Associates, P.C.
32400 Telegraph Rd Ste 100, Bingham Farms, MI, 48025
Law Offices of Matthew A. Caplan
550 Forest Avenue, Plymouth, MI, MI, 48170
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Posted by Dana | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Divorce nightmare
Going through a divorce after a 27 year domestic violent relationship is one of the toughest things I've had to do in my entire life. Having Matt Caplan as my attorney is the best choice I've made. He has fought for my kids and I and is still fighting for us post divorce as it is a high conflict ca...
Matthew A. Caplan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt is a first class attorney who is a zealous advocate for his clients, yet also a pleasure to work with on matters as opposing counsel. He is excellent in court with quick thinking and a commanding but respectful presence. He is held in high regard by his peers."
Glenn Saltsman
Personal injury lawyer
Renee Gucciardo
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Top Attorney in North America by the Who's Who Directories, Top Attorneys of North America
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Attorney, Caplan & Associates, PC
Associations
1997 - Present
Michigan Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Family Law SectionMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
1997
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Walk MS 2018
Guest speaker - Support for the MS community
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my husband use videos of me in court?
20 Aug 2021
Q&A
False information provided on a marriage license. - Previous marriages
23 Oct 2018
Q&A
Does the statue of limitation relate to a divorce? We were married for 17 years and have been divorced since 2004.
05 May 2017