Rissell Law, APC is a San Francisco-based employment law firm specializing exclusively in representing individuals facing workplace legal issues. Founded by Attorney Melody Rissell Leonard, the firm is resolute, reliable, and resourceful in its mission to amplify the voices of employees and provide quality legal service across California and Nevada.
The firm takes a client-centered approach, dedicating time to fully understand each individual’s situation and offering both empathetic guidance and tireless advocacy. With experience in both litigation and pre-litigation matters, Melody Rissell Leonard assists a diverse range of professionals—from tech and healthcare to entertainment and retail—ensuring their workplaces are free from unlawful practices. The firm offers complimentary consultations and flexible fee structures, including contingency and hourly billing.
Services Offered
- Wrongful Termination
- Discrimination in the Workplace
- Sexual Harassment
- Sexual Assault and Battery
- Severance Agreement Reviews and Negotiations
- Employment Agreement and Offer Letter Advice and Counsel
- FMLA/CFRA Violations
- Workplace Investigation Representation for Employees
- General Advice and Counsel Regarding Workplace Issues
- Berman Hearing Representation
- Entertainment Law
- Disability Discrimination
- Reasonable Accommodations
- Failure to Engage in the Interactive Process
- Wage and Hour Matters
- Misclassifications
- Labor Code Violations and Private Attorney General Act Claims
- Retaliation Lawsuits
- Whistleblower Retaliation Lawsuits
- Entertainment Contracts
- Independent Contractor Agreements
- Executive Compensation Packages
- Negotiation of Exit Packages and Severance Terms
- Ghostwriting for Workplace Communications or Accommodation Requests
Licensed in California and Nevada, the firm serves clients statewide from offices in San Francisco and Irvine. Attorney Melody Rissell Leonard is recognized for her dedication to justice across various industries, ensuring every client receives knowledgeable and personalized representation.
