About The Reddy Law Firm
The Reddy Law Firm is a boutique civil rights firm — advocating for the rights of minorities and other underrepresented individuals in our society. We specialize in employment discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, police brutality, false arrest, labor issues, as well as other civil rights and general/business litigation matters. Utilizing a progressive, client-centered approach to the practice of law, The Reddy Law Firm has created an institution of change and progress for individuals and communities. We provide legal services to clients throughout the state of New York including Buffalo, Rochester and New York City as well as California, particularly the Bay Area.
Prathima Reddy
Civil Rights & Employment Law AttorneyPrathima Reddy concentrates her legal practice in civil rights, with an emphasis on employment discrimination matters. She regularly represents women, minorities and other individuals in litigations against both private and public sector employers involving claims of harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination, among other matters. She has also successfully litigated claims of false arrest and police brutality on behalf of her clients.
Prior to starting her own law practice, Ms. Reddy worked at litigation firms in New York City. Her passion for civil rights was ignited by her tenure at a San Francisco civil rights law firm where she worked exclusively on a high-profile class action lawsuit against Fed Ex Corp.
- B.A., University of California, Berkeley
- J.D., Case Western Reserve School of Law
- New York State Bar
- California State Bar
- U.S. Western, Eastern and Southern Districts of NY
- Second Circuit Court of Appeals
- U.S. Northern District of California
Sumedh Rishi
Intellectual Property & Civil Litigation AttorneySumedh Rishi is a dual-qualified attorney licensed in California and India. His practice focuses on intellectual property and civil litigation. He advises clients on trademark prosecution and enforcement.
Sumedh earned his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Law and Technology from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, where he excelled with Honors grades in Intellectual Property Law and Trademark Law Practice. During his time at Berkeley, he served as the LL.M. Representative for the Berkeley Journal of International Law, was an editor with the Berkeley Technology Law Journal, and received the Best Oral Presentation Award in Legal Research & Writing.
He began his career in India, where he clerked at the Delhi High Court and advised government bodies, before transitioning to practice in the United States. He has represented clients before courts in both jurisdictions, drafted and argued motions, negotiated settlements, and handled cross-border trademark matters. In addition, he has independently argued a well-publicized Public Interest Litigation before the Delhi High Court during the COVID-19 pandemic and has advised leading consumer brands on trademark and employment compliance.
Sumedh is a member of the South Asian Bar Association of North America, Los Angeles County Bar Association, Delhi High Court Bar Association, and Bar Association of the Supreme Court of India.
- LL.M., Law and Technology, UC Berkeley School of Law
- Honors in Intellectual Property Law & Trademark Law Practice
- Best Oral Presentation Award, Legal Research & Writing
- Editor, Berkeley Technology Law Journal
- Licensed in California & India
- South Asian Bar Association of North America
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Delhi High Court Bar Association
- Bar Association of the Supreme Court of India
Our Legal Services
Protecting civil liberties, equality, and workplace dignity in state and federal courts.
Employment Discrimination
A fair workplace is a fundamental right. When bias and discrimination threaten your livelihood, we provide fierce advocacy.
Sexual Harassment
Your dignity at work is non-negotiable. Facing an uncomfortable environment? We take an uncompromising stand.
Prisoners’ Rights
Constitutional protections do not end at the prison gates. We represent prisoners seeking justice for abusive treatment.
Labor and Employment Law
Hard work deserves fair treatment. Whether public or private, union or non-union, we protect your worker rights.
Commercial Law
Business growth requires a secure legal foundation. From litigation to proactive services, we equip your enterprise.
Police Misconduct
Abuse of power cannot go unchecked. If your rights were violated by law enforcement, we step in to hold them accountable.
Family Responsibilities
Caring for family shouldn’t jeopardize your career. Facing retaliation for pregnancy or FMLA? We protect your job.
ADA Protections
Equal access is the law. We stand ready to defend individuals against establishments that violate ADA standards.
Trademark Protection
Your brand is your legacy. We provide efficient, accessible counsel to protect and enforce your intellectual property.