Marmar (MK) Kahkeshani

Associate / Houston

P: 713.588.0446

Marmar “MK” Kahkeshani is an associate in SBSB Eastham’s Houston office. Since obtaining her Juris Doctorate from South Texas College of Law in December 2014, she has cultivated a robust legal career marked by a diverse background in both plaintiff and defense work. From representing individuals in personal injury cases and advocating for clients in insurance claims, bad faith litigation and insurance disputes to representing clients in mesh mass tort litigation, she has played a pivotal role in multiple arenas.

Transitioning into insurance defense, MK has garnered substantial experience as outside counsel for a national retailer, adeptly managing premises liability cases. She has also served as coverage counsel, defending first-party insurance property claims with notable expertise.

Since arriving to SBSB Eastham in February 2023, MK’s practice has focused on labor and employment matters and defending claims under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, the Defense Base Act and general maritime law. Her diverse experience on both sides of the docket provides her with a unique perspective and strategic approach, enabling her to effectively advocate for her clients.

Practice Areas

Practice Areas

  • Admiralty and Maritime
  • Commercial Litigation
  • General Liability
  • Insurance
  • Premises Liability
  • Transportation
  • Trucking

Education

  • J.D., South Texas College of Law Houston, 2014
  • Charles University Prague, Faculty of Law, 2013
  • B.S., University of Houston, 2008

Court Admissions

  • State Bar of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Texas

Language

  • Proficient in Farsi