Jeffrey Scott Kaplan

Jeffrey Scott Kaplan

4.9
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Joseph, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

100 Church Street, Saint Joseph, MI

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Assistant public defender handling all felonies from arraignment through trial, including preliminary exams and interlocutory appeals.

14 years | 150 cases

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 14 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2011

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Berrien County Public Defender's Office

100 Church Street, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085

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Jeffrey Scott Kaplan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Benjamin | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Experience With Jeff

Jeff was very patient with me during my case, he took the time to review all information and then helped me make the best decision as far as a plea to work out with the prosecutor. Definitely would recommend him to anyone.!

Posted by Rosemary | November 1, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

I am grateful to Attorney Kaplan

After going to a large law firm and being gauged and underrepresented, I went to Attorney Kaplan. He was patient and listened to me thoroughly, and he gave me excellent advice. I would recommend him to anyone who asks, and I would go to him first if ever (God forbid) I have another legal problem. ...He does civil and criminal.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated and Client Oriented

I was glad that I got to know Mr. Kaplan through my colleague at work with his honest recommendation. Mr. Kaplan attended to my needs with utmost professionalism and provided excellent results. I highly recommend him for his professional service.

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Criminal Defense Attorney

I am a single mother , and have a goal to graduate nursing school to become a RN! I got in a real bad situation and Attorney Kaplan got me out of it. I highly recommend him , he’s a asome lawyer. I was terrified i thought my life was ruined and he saved me. He got me the best deal and now I can move ...on with my life and continue my goals without being incarcerated.

Posted by Dallas Coleman Jr. | May 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Board Chair Frank C. Perez Youth Fund

We have used Mr. Kaplan's skills on many occasions. He has proven himself to be astute, thorough and expeditious We highly recommend Jeffrey, he is both skilled and professional. Jeff was most instrumental in assisting our Board with with the creation of the Frank C. Perez Youth Fund. This included e...verything from creation of By Laws, to assuring we are and were in compliance with State and Federal Laws.

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Jeffrey Scott Kaplan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ellen Michaels

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kaplan is a passionate advocate for his clients and goes the extra mile to give the best representation."

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Clarence Dass

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I tried a case against Jeff, and he could not have been more professional, competent, and zealous in his advocacy. It was a privilege to be in the courtroom with him."

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Cole Young

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kaplan on several matters. He is a great attorney and does a great job of advocating for his clients."

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Rachel Loebl

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff Kaplan is a highly respected attorney and a well-spoken advocate on behalf of his clients. I enthusiastically endorse him."

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Michael Boyle

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ellen Michaels

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ruhul Mumen

Personal injury lawyer

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Brian Watkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cole Young

Real estate lawyer

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Rachel Loebl

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Assistant Public Defender, Berrien County Public Defender's Office

2011 - 2012

Fulfillment Contractor, Cengage Learning

2011 - 2019

Owner, Attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Kaplan, PLLC

Associations

2018 - Present

Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys

Member

2014 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Education

2009

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD

2001

Wayne State University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2018

High School Law Class taught by Randall Odom

Criminal and Tort Law

Languages

English

Activity

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