Alishah Bhimani
About Alishah Bhimani
Alishah Bhimani is a lawyer based in Troy, NY and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Alishah Bhimani is recognized in the following practice area:
- Troy, New York
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
Current Firm: Hacker Murphy LLP
Education: Albany Law School, J.D., graduated 2022
Location: Troy, NY
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