James M. "Jim" Rishwain, Jr.

Los Angeles, CA Directions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Awarded Practice Areas

Land Use and Zoning Law Real Estate Law

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213-488-7100

Works at

Pillsbury

148 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

James M. Rishwain, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. James M. practices law in Los Angeles, California

Best Lawyers has recognized James M. Rishwain, Jr. since 2005. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James M. Rishwain, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Locations

Los Angeles, California

213-488-7100

725 South Figueroa Street, 36th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Education

Pepperdine University, J.D., graduated 1984

Client Testimonials

Jim Rishwain is an extraordinary lawyer who cares greatly about his clients. Whenever we have needed his assistance he has been there for LAUSD. He brilliant, creative and does whatever it takes to get the job done. His responsiveness is unmatched by anyone I've ever worked with. He is a Super Lawyer in every sense of the word. Jim is also a great believer in giving back to the community. The firm made an excellent choice when they selected Jim as Chair of Pillsbury.

Diane Pappas (Los Angeles Unified School District)

Los Angeles, CA

Mr. Rishwain is one of the best lawyers that I have come across in my 25 years of practicing law. Excellent skills, excellent communicator, and, most importantly, he really cares about his clients and their needs. I appreciate the personal care, the attention, and that what he does for us really matters.

Ted Suzuki (DIRECTV, Inc)

El Segundo, CA

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® 2027 for work in:

Land Use and Zoning Law
Real Estate Law

Special Focus:

Transactions

News & Media

Publications

Southern California 2026

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