
Jay Phillip Mayesh, Entertainment Attorney in New York
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Partner, Litigation DepartmentatArnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
New, NY
Practicing entertainment in New York since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jay Phillip Mayesh is a partner, litigation department based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Jay has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Litigation matters from New York, NY.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jay Phillip Mayesh: Jay Phillip Mayesh is a partner, litigation department based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Jay has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jay Phillip Mayesh
Jay concentrates on entertainment, general, litigation, product liability, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Entertainment cases in New York
Jay takes entertainment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Jay takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Jay takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in New York
Jay takes product liability matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Business cases in New York
Jay takes business matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jay agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jay Phillip Mayesh — Over 53 years of New York entertainment experience
Jay Phillip Mayesh is a partner, litigation department based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Jay has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jay Phillip Mayesh is a lawyer practicing advertising, product liability, trial practice and 2 other areas of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years. Jay practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY.
How Jay handles entertainment matters
Jay Phillip Mayesh is a lawyer practicing advertising, product liability, trial practice and 2 other areas of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years. Jay practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY.
Who Jay represents
Jay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Jay Phillip Mayesh's legal education and bar admissions
Columbia Law School J.D. 1972 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
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University of Wisconsin
B.A. Phi · 1969
Jurisdictions
Jay's state bar admissions
New York Southern, W
1973 · ACTIVE
Jay studied at — in Columbia Law School J.D. 1972 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar and B.A. Phi in University of Wisconsin.
Law school and academic background
Jay completed — in Columbia Law School J.D. 1972 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar and B.A. Phi in University of Wisconsin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jay runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jay Phillip Mayesh
Jay has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jay's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Defense Research Institute
membership
Locations
Jay Phillip Mayesh's office in New York
Jay's primary office is at 250 W. 55th Street, New York, NY, 10019-9710. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
250 W. 55th Street
New York, NY 10019-9710
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Client reviews of Jay Phillip Mayesh — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jay. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in New York.
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How to hire Jay Phillip Mayesh — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jay
Jay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jay Phillip Mayesh
How much does it cost to hire Jay for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jay offer a free consultation?
Jay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Jay's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in New York typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jay take my case if I'm outside New York?
Jay is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jay will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jay?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jay accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Jay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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