Atty. John A. Risi

Atty. John A. Risi

John is experienced in all facets of general civil litigation in both federal and state courts, including extensive pre-trial, trial and appellate work. He currently serves as national monitoring counsel for the world’s largest office solutions/supply company on its general and automobile liability litigation.

Norwalk Norwalk 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About John A. Risi at a glance

John A. Risi is a Partner based in Norwalk, Connecticut. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1994), New York (1995), and U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York U.S. District Court of Appea (1996). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Iona College B.B.A. cum laude (—). Serands clients in Norwalk, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John is experienced in all facets of general civil litigation in both federal and state courts, including extensive pre-trial, trial and appellate work
  • He currently serves as national monitoring counsel for the world’s largest office solutions/supply company on its general and automobile liability litigation
  • Additionally, his practice focuses on the defense of personal injury/product liability cases, complex commercial litigation and insurance coverage disputes
  • Prior to joining Pillinger Miller Tarallo, John was affiliated with firms in New York City and Westchester County practicing in the areas of products liability, toxic tort, general litigation, complex commercial litigation and land use
  • John’s representative matters, among others, include: • Successfully obtained summary judgment for multiple dwelling owner in personal injury matter where plaintiff claimed injuries in excess of $1,000,000. • Successfully represented an automobile/diesel engine manufacturer in a multi-party chemical exposure case in the U.S
  • District Court for the Southern District of New York and affirmed by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. • Successfully represented as trial counsel an automobile manufacturer in a product liability case claiming defective design as to overpower, restraint system failure, steering and roof structure
  • Obtained Summary Judgment as to all issues in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. • Successfully represented property owner in litigation against municipality regarding attempted unlawful sale of public roadway to private party
  • Professional Affiliations New York State Bar Association Westchester County Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Risi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Risi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Norwalk are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is John A. Risi's law office located?
John A. Risi's law practice is located in Norwalk, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Risi handle?
John A. Risi focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John A. Risi practiced law?
John A. Risi has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John A. Risi go to law school?
John A. Risi earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1991
Iona College B.B.A. cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1994
New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York U.S. District Court of Appea
Admitted: 1996

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