Fatoumata G. Waggeh
“Where you see wrong or inequality or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy. Make it. Protect it. Pass it on”— Thurgood Marshall
Fatoumata G. Waggeh is an Associate in the Litigation group at Cuddy & Feder LLP. She represents clients in a broad range of complex disputes, including commercial litigation, securities matters, employment issues, contract disputes and white-collar investigations.
Fatoumata is a lawyer with experience in all phases of litigation, from discovery and motion practice through mediation, settlement, and appeals. Fatoumata also assists with client presentations and publications addressing regulatory developments, ESG issues, and international matters.
Beyond her litigation practice, Fatoumata is committed to pro bono work and has been consistently recognized for her service, including her contributions to civil rights and access to justice initiatives. She also mentors students and junior attorneys and frequently participates in recruiting and professional development programs.
Fatoumata earned her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where she served as Co-President of the Muslim Law Students Association, PanAf Co-Chair of the Black Law Students Association, and Associate Editor of the Journal of Law and Social Change. She received her B.A., magna cum laude, from New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study.
Education
- University of Pennsylvania Law School, J.D.
- New York University, Gallatin School of Individualized Study, B.A., magna cum laude, African Political Development and Colonial History; Law
Admissions/Courts
- New York
Awards + Recognitions
- New York City Comptroller’s Proclamation Recognition
- NYU Presidential Service Award
- Arthur O. Eve Opportunity Program Outstanding GPA Award
Professional Associations
- Muslim Bar Association of New York (MuBANY)
Presentation + Publications
- Access to Justice in The Gambia – International Development and Law Organization presentation
- TEDx Presentation: “Why Are African Countries Underdeveloped”
Community Service
- Former Civic Organizer with African Communities Together
- Former Fellow, Coro Fellowship in Public Affairs (NYC)
Related Updates
Client Successes • Jan 13, 2026
Court Invalidates Town of Kent Law Blocking Proposed Development
Cuddy & Feder’s litigation team obtained a judgment invalidating a local excavation law, clearing the way for a proposed 750,000-square-foot logistics and distribution center to proceed.
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News + Events • Jan 13, 2026
Cuddy & Feder Wins Judgment Allowing Client’s Development to Proceed
In a significant litigation win by Michael Caruso and Kempshall McAndrew, Cuddy & Feder obtained a judgment from the Putnam County Supreme Court striking down a local law that would have halted our client’s proposal to develop a multimillion-dollar, 750,000-square-foot logistics and distribution center.
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