DAWN's Family Lawyers & Staff
Each divorce lawyer and the attorneys are members of the State Bar of Michigan and the Family Law Section. Attorney practice background includes real estate, probate and estate planning, business matters. Understanding and experience in these areas is beneficial in negotiating and drafting property settlements and related documents, especially in cases with substantial assets or cases involving business interests where valuations are necessary.
David Caplan, Senior Partner
David Caplan attended Tulane University and Wayne State University to receive his undergraduate degree, received his law degree from Detroit College of Law in 1974 and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in the same year. He has 50 years of practice experience in family law matters with more than half of those years dedicated solely to the representation of women. He has practiced as a divorce lawyer under the DAWN banner since founding the firm in 1992, filling a niche that would finally help level the playing field between women and men in all family law areas. While it is flattering to have spawned imitators, they have only copied the notion but not the spirit of what was originally set out to be done: protecting women’s rights with professionalism and integrity. David enjoys cooking, motorcycles and cars. He has been happily married for 55 years and has two children and four grandchildren.
Kelsey Marie Minor, Managing Attorney
Kelsey Minor grew up in Traverse City, Michigan. She worked in a law office throughout her undergraduate and law school. In law school, she volunteered at the Legal Assistance Center, where she helped pro se litigants with divorce and custody-related matters. She has a passion for advocating for the rights of her clients and understands the emotional impact that divorce can have on families. Kelsey has been an attorney at Caplan & Associates P.C. since March 2020. She is a board member of the Wayne County Family Law Bar Association. In her free time, she volunteers at the Michigan Humane Society, Jewish Family Services, Jewish Hospice, and Chaplaincy and enjoys traveling, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.
Julia S. Rosen, Associate Attorney
Julia Rosen graduated with honors from Michigan State University and earned her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. With experience in various areas of law, she finds Family Law particularly rewarding, as it allows her to support individuals during challenging times. Julia is dedicated to guiding her clients through complex processes, aiming for the best possible outcomes. She is a member of the Wayne County Family Law Bar Association. Julia enjoys reading, traveling, working out and cooking. She has two children and a dog.
Savanna Polimeni, Associate Attorney
Savanna Polimeni attended Oakland University for her bachelors degree and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, where she served as a student family law attorney with the William Booth Legal Aid Clinic. Savanna grew up in Metro Detroit, but is originally from Palm Springs, California. Savanna takes a holistic approach to guiding women through divorce and family law matters, educating clients about their case every step of the way, staying in contact, and offering empathy and emotional support through the process. She is an active member of Wayne County Family Law Bar Association, Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, and Women’s Bar Association of Oakland County. Savanna has four children and enjoys exploring new things like tasting menus, seasonal coffees, and on occasion new countries.
Rachel A. Frawley, Office Manager
Rachel A. Frawley graduated from Michigan State University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Art. She returned to school in Washington D.C. a few years later and received her Master of Business Administration from American University in 1999. She has been with DAWN since 2001. As the office manager, it is Rachel’s mission to assist the attorneys in their dedication to helping women protect their rights and ease the stress of their situation. Rachel enjoys entertaining, lifting weights, travel and being with family and friends. She has been happily married for 26 years and has three children, and two dogs.