Melanie Derefinko

Commercial Litigation
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2024

About Melanie

Keith Grady is Vice Chair of the Intellectual Property and Technology Litigation practice. With over 29 years of experience in government and private law practice, clients turn to Keith for both ongoing counsel and immediate litigation needs. He takes a strategic approach to developing, enforcing and defending clients' intellectual property and furthering their business interests. Clients have said Keith has "a rational, common sense approach to IP litigation matters. He is willing to do what...

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Reviews

4.6 / 5

34 Reviews

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Mark Shanahan

Jan 29, 2026

Outstanding experience with Melanie Derefinko in New Orleans - truly the best legal team

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Louisiana, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Melanie Derefinko is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They r...

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Jessie Bailey

Jan 29, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Melanie Derefinko's firm

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to Melanie Derefinko and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their...

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Amanda Durgan

Jan 29, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Melanie Derefinko's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in New Orleans over the years, but Melanie Derefinko stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I...

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Wilbur Klocko

Jan 29, 2026

Would recommend Melanie Derefinko for sure to anyone in New Orleans needing legal help

Everyone at Melanie Derefinko's office in New Orleans was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly. I never felt...

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Ashley Schoen

Jan 29, 2026

Many thanks to Melanie Derefinko for the hard work and dedication to my legal matter

Best lawyer for Commercial Litigation law in New Orleans. Period. I've seen others, but Melanie Derefinko is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best results...