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Sandy Kaplan, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
San Francisco, CA, United States

About

With over 30 years of legal experience, this neutral focuses on resolving complex construction and commercial disputes. Her background includes extensive work as a trial lawyer and litigator before transitioning to a full-time dispute resolution practice. She has handled matters involving multi-million dollar claims, public works projects, and intricate insurance coverage issues.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Partner
Gordon & Rees LLP
Attorney
Private Practice

Publications Leadership

  • Author of articles regarding construction defect litigation and mediation strategies
  • Speaker at industry conferences on risk management and dispute resolution in the construction sector
  • Contributor to Mondaq News on legal developments in ADR

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned construction law expert who leverages decades of litigation experience to facilitate settlements in technically demanding commercial cases.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of California

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley

Distinction

Combines deep technical knowledge of construction processes with a pragmatic approach to settling high-stakes commercial disagreements.

Reputation

She is regarded by legal professionals as a persistent and detail-oriented neutral who excels at managing multi-party dynamics and technical expert testimony.