Alex Rissmiller

Alex Rissmiller is the founder and managing attorney of Rissmiller PLLC. He represents employees across New York and New Jersey in workplace disputes involving wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, and unpaid wages. His work includes evaluating employer conduct, challenging unlawful practices, and pursuing financial remedies. He handles matters through negotiation, private arbitration, and litigation when employees believe their workplace rights have been violated.

Rissmiller earned his J.D. from New York University School of Law and a B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh. He is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey, several federal district courts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. His legal education and broad court admissions support his work in complex employment disputes involving statutory claims, factual investigations, and contested employment decisions.

Before founding his firm, Rissmiller defended corporations in substantial employment lawsuits. That earlier work informs his understanding of employer-side litigation strategies. He has since represented workers in trial and arbitration proceedings, including a federal wrongful termination matter that produced a seven-figure jury verdict. He also handles disputes administered by the American Arbitration Association and JAMS, where clients must present their claims outside a jury courtroom.

Alex Rissmiller has recovered millions of dollars for employees through his employment law practice. His approach draws on experience representing both sides of workplace litigation to assess defenses and develop individualized case strategies. He advises clients on the practical differences between settlement, arbitration, and trial, helping workers pursue remedies that address the consequences of unlawful conduct and disputed termination decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Rissmiller PLLC
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, New York City Bar Association
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• New York
• New Jersey

Education

• New York University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pittsburgh
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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