Lindsay Kaplan

Lindsay Kaplan serves as Professor of Legal Writing at the University of San Diego, bringing extensive practical litigation experience to her academic role. She holds a JD from New York University School of Law (2003) and a BA from the University of Michigan (2000).

Her academic credentials include:

• JD, 2003, New York University School of Law
• BA, 2000, University of Michigan

Professor Kaplan's expertise centers on Civil Litigation, Legal Research, and Legal Writing, with emphasis on training law students in procedural litigation skills, legal analysis, and practical writing techniques essential for courtroom practice and client representation.

Her academic distinctions feature:

• magna cum laude graduation from the University of Michigan

Her professional trajectory bridges high-stakes litigation practice and legal education, having represented Fortune 500 companies at Clifford Chance in commercial disputes, securities law, and insurance matters before transitioning to academic leadership roles including interim co-director of academic achievement at California Western School of Law.