John R. Menz - New York Lawyer Profile

John R. Menz has provided legal counsel to both corporate entities and individuals in complex legal matters encompassing contract disputes, securities compliance, real estate issues, product liability, and employment law. He has actively litigated and arbitrated cases across various platforms, including federal and state courts, the American Arbitration Association, and the New York Stock Exchange. With a wealth of legal expertise and a background as a former tax accountant at Price Waterhouse, Mr. Menz offers clients comprehensive insights into intricate financial transactions.Mr. Menz has effectively defended financial institutions against legal claims in courtrooms and arbitration settings. He also represents high-ranking corporate executives in negotiating their employment contracts. Collaborating with David Koenigsberg, Mr. Menz is involved in advocating for relators within the False Claims Act Practice Group.Mr. Menz graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York at Albany in 1980. He obtained his J.D. from Columbia University School of Law in 1985, where he consistently earned the distinction of being a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Following his law school graduation, Mr. Menz served as a law clerk to the Hon. John M. Walker, Jr., who was then a United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York. Subsequently, he joined the legal team at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in New York, where he gained experience in both litigation and corporate law departments. Prior to pursuing his legal career, Mr. Menz had a background in accounting and tax consultancy at PriceWaterhouse. He is licensed to practice in all New York State courts, the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, and the United States Supreme Court.