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Caroline Kaplan

also known as Katz Kaplan

3.6
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Corporate & Incorporation, Real Estate

441 E Erie st., Unit 4505, Chicago, IL

About Caroline

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody. Also focus on special needs & disabilities.

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 37 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1988

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Caroline Kaplan

441 E Erie st., Unit 4505, Chicago, IL, 60611

Law Offices of Caroline Kaplan

325 Washington Street, Suite 200, Waukegan, IL, 60085

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Caroline Kaplan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2018 | Contracts & Agreements

Took my money and ran

I paid this Caroline and I decided I wasnt going to pursue my case, so I told her I no longer needed her services. She did no work on my case and refused to return my call or emails when I asked for my money back.

Posted by Doug | June 14, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

I got nothing for the money I paid her

I paid Ms Kaplan a retainer fee $3000 in April. As of today, August 1, I have not heard from her again. I have sent numerous emails and many, many phone calls but I only hear from the secretary. I am trying very hard to get my money back but I am not sure how to go about it.

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

It was a pleasure...Highly professional and effective

I am shocked at the negative reviews. Some of them actually appear as if they could have been written by the same person who has an axe to grind. No one is perfect all the time...in my case working with Caroline Kaplan has been nothing but a positive experience. She not only handled my divorce, c...ustody issues; but post-decree matters and litigation as well. Her paralegal was responsive as well. Caroline emailed documents, I had a retainer agreement that was billed against as well as accurate statements. She was available at all hours of the night during emergencies, and even helped my kids through this difficult process. I have nothing but the highest regard for her professionalism, and it appeared as the judges did as well in the way she was treated in kind by them. I would hire her or recommend her to anyone. She handled my divorce, custody 8ssuShe

Posted by Patricia | January 07, 2013 | Family

Great Attorney, shocked at previous reviews

I am shocked at some of the past reviews as Ms. Kaplan and her paralegal performed a wonderful, professional, low cost resolution to my post decree family law matters. She attempted to settle the matter out of court but of course my ex would not comply. This did make the process take a little longer ...but I would of rather myself and my ex decide on how to raise our children than a judge tell us but she put in a great effort and in the end, got me what my decree stated I should, took time to explain to me several options and did an overall outstanding job. If she was not always available, her highly professional, knowledgable paralegal was always available to answers my questions or provide support.

Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Review after divorce proceedings

Although Caroline does not always return calls promptly she worked on my case with diligence, fervor and respect. Her efforts with the other attorney to protect the assets of my children and my personal safety we beyond reproach. Because she is a sole practitioner the process took longer than I'd ho...pe -- but be assured all "i's were dotted and t's crossed." Nothing was left to interpretation. Her para-legal is exemplary and is always available to answer questions, field calls, paperwork etc. when Caroline is unavailable. I highly recommend her.

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