Meenka Maharaj concentrates her practice in sports, recreation and entertainment, with broad experience in general and commercial litigation. She has represented clients in matters involving premises liability, transportation, environmental exposure and intellectual property. Meenka is skilled in all phases of litigation, including motion practice, mediation and trial preparation, and is committed to providing comprehensive and attentive service to her clients.

Before joining the firm, Meenka litigated general liability and Defense Base Act claims as panel counsel for Fortune 500 companies and defended national restaurant chains in premises liability matters. She previously worked at a national litigation firm where she managed a high-volume caseload in state and federal court and obtained favorable outcomes through settlement and dispositive motion practice. Her earlier experience includes litigation roles at New York defense firms and compliance work for healthcare and fashion industry clients.

Meenka earned her J.D. from New York Law School, where she concentrated in intellectual property and was a member of the Moot Court Association and Trial Competition Team. She earned her B.S., magna cum laude, in international affairs from Florida State University.

A classical dancer for sixteen years, Meenka enjoys going to the theatre, learning about new bands and practicing her archery skills at her local range.

Professional & Civic Involvement

  • American Bar Association
  • New York State Bar Association
  • VLA pro-bono volunteer, 2018

Publications

  • “Supreme Court Limits Transformative Use Standard in Warhol Foundation v. Goldsmith,” co-author, Art Law Perspectives, 2023
  • “Hackers Go Phishing in Beeple’s Deep Pool of Twitter Followers,” co-author, Art Law Perspectives, 2022