Alec M. Rishwain, Esq.
Managing Attorney
Alec’s passion as a litigator is to pursue and achieve his clients’ objectives. He established his independent practice to fully and effectively advocate for his clients’ interests. His clientele ranges from growing businesses seeking thorough representation on complex commercial litigation issues, to individuals seeking aggressive advocacy for high-stakes legal claims. Alec makes his client’s goals his own, and committed to securing the best legal outcomes through reliable, creative, and diligent services.
With extensive experience across diverse legal sectors at top-tier law firms, Alec offers versatility to clients seeking distinguished representation at competitive rates. His track record includes handling multi-million dollar trade secret claims, representing high-profile figures in the entertainment industry, and defending against complex class action lawsuits involving severe claims like fraudulent business practices and false advertising. Alec's proficiency spans all facets of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, encompassing law and motion practice, courtroom advocacy, deposition strategy, and trial work.
Alec’s experience representing insurance companies against significant tort claims, such as wrongful death and products liability, equips him with an invaluable asset for prosecuting those same claims - knowing how the other side operates. Clients benefit from Alec’s vigorous, tactical, and meticulous approach to securing full recovery of all available remedies.
Admissions:
California
Arizona
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Southern, Northern, Eastern, and Western Districts of California
Affiliations:
San Diego Bar Association
University of San Diego School of Law - Adjunct Professor
Accolades:
AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated (highest rating available), by Martindale-Hubbell
Judicial Fellow for Judge Conseulo Callahan on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Juris Doctorate, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, cum laude
· President of the Corporate and Business Law Society
· Senior Editor of the Sports and Entertainment Law Journal
· Multiple CALI Excellence for the Future Awards
Bachelor of Arts, University of California San Diego, Political Science