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I grew up in Iowa the son of a trial attorney, and have been very passionate about becoming a lawyer from a young age. For undergraduate studies, I received my B.F.A. from Iowa State University in 2003. I then attended Washburn Law School in Topeka, Kansas, where I obtained my juris doctorate and participated heavily in Washburn’s Moot Court program. After law school I joined my father’s general litigation practice handling all types of legal matters.
In 2009, I moved back to Kansas with my wife and daughter. In addition to practicing law, I have been a part-time instructor teaching law classes at Hutchinson Community College.
In 2010, I joined Bretz & Young, LLC as “Of Counsel”, expanding the firm’s personal injury litigation practice to include Social Security Disability claims. I also handle a variety of other legal matters in the areas of litigation, employment law, domestic law, business and commercial law, contract law, criminal defense, real estate law, and probate.
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Posted by Brecklyn | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
There is no way to express in words how amazing Ethan was. We had dealt with a different attorney prior to hiring Ethan and the minute we had our consultation with him, we knew Ethan was the attorney we should have hired in the beginning. He is very detailed and explains things so there is no stone l...
Posted by Jason | March 9, 2012
We have been utilizing Mr. Kaplan's services over the last few years and could not be more impressed with him. Mr. Kaplan is extremely knowledgeable on a wide array of legal issues. We have worked with other attorney's in the past and find Mr. Kaplan to be an amazing attorney and would absolutely r...
Posted by Cristopher | March 6, 2012
I truly enjoyed working with Ethan. He is both professional and personable. I would reccommend him to anyone seeking legal service.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2012
I had been turned down for social security disability. I hired Mr. Kaplan to handle the appeal. It took awhile, which is standard, but Ethan finally got me approved. I'm thankful for all his hard work and would recommend him to anyone.
"I used to work for Ethan Kaplan when I was a paralegal. He provides prompt and thorough representation to his clients and I highly recommend his services."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 12
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"I have known Ethan for over 12 years. He is a diligent advocate for his clients and a consummate professional."
"I have known Ethan for about five years. He possesses and displays the keen intellect and high moral fiber of an outstanding attorney. I highly recommend this lawyer."
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2006
The Order of the Barristers, The Order of the Barristers
2010 - Present
Of Counsel, Bretz & Young
2010 - Present
Owner, Kaplan Law Firm, P.A.
2010 - Present
Instructor, Hutchinson Community College
2006 - 2009
Associate, Kaplan, Frese, & Nine, LLP
2013 - Present
National Association of Disability RepresentativesActive Member
2010 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesActive Member
2009 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationActive Member
2007 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationActive Member
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts
2015
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2011
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