Lawyer of the Day: Mark Vincent Kaplan aka K-Fed’s Attorney
The inanity of Kevin Federline’s fame never ceases to amaze. He has achieved widespread recognition by shacking up with Britney Spears, making some babies, and creating some bad music.
K-Fed has garnered enough media attention that there’s some excess for his attorney. Mark Vincent Kaplan is interviewed by the AP this week. He talks about the custody proceedings over Spears and K-Fed’s two children and how the case has helped his career:
The case is arguably among the most significant in the attorney’s 34-year career, and Kaplan said it has inspired personal satisfaction and professional growth.“Very few lawyers get the opportunity that this case has presented on every possible issue you can think of,” he continued. “Even fewer lawyers recognize the opportunity, and even a smaller percentage of those have the (guts) to go for the opportunity.”
Of course being around celebrity has perks of its own.
“It’s made it possible to not have to make reservations at a restaurant,” he said, “but that too shall pass.”
Celebrity divorces and custody battles seem like a nice niche. No reservations needed at restaurants. He gets to use the paparazzi to do his research instead of hiring private investigators (like that no-good Pellicano guy).
His quote seems a little defensive, though. Maybe because there’s a good percentage of attorneys who wouldn’t want their name followed by “aka K-Fed’s attorney.”
We spotlighted Kaplan previously as a Lawyer to Layabout Lovers. He also served as counsel to Chris Judd, another back-up dancer turned celebrity husband, in his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
Federline Lawyer Candid About Spears Custody Case: ‘There’s Never Been Anything Like This’ [Associated Press via Law.com]
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"It's made it possible to not have to make reservations at a restaurant,"
No one has to make reservations at Burger King.
Will restaurant reservations recognize "Mark Vincent Kaplan"?
Or when he makes the reservation, does he have to drop the "I'm K-Fed's lawyer" bomb over the phone?
Amazingly, Ms. Spears makes K-Fed look like a good father. Who would have guessed he would come out looking better when all is said and done?
He won visitation from a rich mother (although admittedly she helped him more than anyone else). This guy will have plenty of business for the next ten years.
Mark Vincent Kaplan aka The Untalented Gold Digger's Attorney.
Slogan: Got JaLo?
Dear @10:23: If he had to phone first, it would defeat the purpose of the no reservations required perk. I am sure he just drops in, and carries a CNN screen shot in his pocket with K-Fed on Larry King, hinting that the father of the year will be joining him later.
Anyone have a bio on this guy?
http://members.calbar.ca.gov/search/member_detail.aspx?x=58836
(From CalBar records—note ‘81 suspension— for failure to pay Bar dues)
Mark Vincent Kaplan - #58836
Current Status: Active
This member is active and may practice law in California.
See below for more details.
Profile Information
Bar Number 58836
Address Kaplan & Simon
2049 Century Park E #2660
Los Angeles, CA, 90067 Phone Number (310) 277-9009
Fax Number (310) 552-1970
e-mail kaplan@kaplansimonlaw.com
District District 7 Undergraduate School Univ of Illinois; IL
County Los Angeles LAW SCHOOL SOUTHWESTERN UNIV SOL; LOS ANGELES CA
Legal Specialist Family Law (State Bar of California)
Sections None
Status History
Effective Date Status Change
Present Active
9/27/1982 Active
*****7/6/1981 NOT ELIGIBLE TO PRACTICE LAW*****
2/20/1974 Admitted to The State Bar of California
Explanation of member status
Actions Affecting Eligibility to Practice Law
Effective Date Description Case Number Resulting Status
Disciplinary and Related Actions
This member has no public record of discipline.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
7/6/1981 SUSPENDED, FAILED TO PAY BAR MEMBR. FEES NOT ELIGIBLE TO PRACTICE LAW
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