Atty. Jeffrey Risman
Mr. Risman, a distinguished attorney in employment law, began his academic journey at Binghamton University, earning a B.S. in Psychobiology in 2003.
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Jeffrey Risman is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Risman & Risman, P.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (2008) and New Jersey United States District Court for the Southern District of New York United States District (2022). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 2007) and Binghamton University (B.S., 2003). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Risman, a distinguished attorney in employment law, began his academic journey at Binghamton University, earning a B.S. in Psychobiology in 2003
- He furthered his legal education at New York Law School, obtaining his J.D. in 2007
- His professional credentials include membership in both the New York State and New Jersey State Bars, as well as the United States District Courts for the Southern, Eastern, and Northern Districts of New York
- Initially, Mr. Risman advocated for large corporations and insurance companies, gaining a profound understanding of management operations
- This experience became instrumental in his subsequent focus on prosecuting claims for employees
- He specializes in New York employment law, concentrating on areas such as employment discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation claims
- Furthermore, Mr. Risman has expertly negotiated numerous severance agreements with unwavering dedication to his clients' interests
- His expertise extends to restrictive covenant and employment contract litigation
- As a member of the National Employment Lawyers Association and a faculty member at Lawline, he enriches others through his extensive knowledge by teaching various courses in employment law
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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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