Jeffrey A.Kaplan Jr. (Jeff)

Jeff Kaplan litigates high-stakes cases from their inception through appeal. He represents clients in state and federal courts throughout the country, and his experience includes disputes related to breach of contract, product liability, and the False Claims Act. Drawing on his trial experience in federal court, Jeff works to identify key legal issues, draft motions, and develop the factual record. He also has worked on cases at every appellate level, including multiple U.S. circuit courts of appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Jeff currently defends a global leader in coatings and related products in a number of product liability matters in federal court. He also is part of the Jones Day team engaged in financial recovery efforts on behalf of a group of foreign investors who were victims of a multimillion dollar embezzlement scheme.

Jeff has an active pro bono practice. He has handled pro bono matters before an immigration judge and the Board of Immigration Appeals, including as part of the Firm's Laredo Project. He is a Barrister in the Lamar American Inn of Court and a member of the Executive Committee for the Federalist Society's Litigation Practice Group.