Skilled Litigator with International Experience
Rimma Ayzen brings a wealth of experience to Russo PLLC, focusing on commercial and business litigation across both federal and state courts.
Since joining the firm in late 2018, she has continued to build on her already impressive portfolio, which includes a broad array of complex legal matters. Her background has equipped her with extensive experience in complex securities litigation, notably cases stemming from the 2007-2008 financial crisis, along with white-collar defense, employment litigation, adversary proceedings in bankruptcy court, and a variety of commercial and real estate disputes.
Demonstrating her adaptability and international legal acumen, Rimma completed a secondment in Europe, where she provided crucial advice to a foreign bank on collateralized debt obligations and related issues. Her commitment to justice extends beyond her professional work, as evidenced by her active engagement in pro bono activities. Notably, Rimma has prepared Holocaust restitution claims and successfully represented asylum seekers, including securing asylum for an individual from Togo, showcasing her dedication to human rights and legal advocacy for the underserved.
Her legal practice is authorized in both New York and New Jersey, and she is admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
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Rimma's academic credentials are equally impressive. She graduated magna cum laude from Barnard College and went on to receive her law degree, magna cum laude, from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where she distinguished herself as a member of the Cardozo Law Review.
Originally from Ukraine, Rimma is fluent in Russian, adding a valuable dimension to her ability to serve a diverse client base. Her international background and language skills enhance her capability to navigate the complexities of cross-border litigation and to connect with clients on a more personal level.
Rimma Ayzen's combination of rigorous legal training, diverse litigation experience, and commitment to pro bono work make her a standout attorney at Russo PLLC, where she delivers exceptional legal services to her clients.