Alexis Hishmeh

Alexis Hishmeh is an associate in the Orange County, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. She partners with employers to navigate workplace disputes, defend employment claims, and develop practical compliance strategies that support business operations and workforce management.

Alexis works closely with employers to address sensitive workplace issues in a manner aligned with their operational goals and day-to-day business realities. Clients value her thoughtful, responsive approach and rely on her guidance when managing claims, investigations, and litigation affecting their workforces. Her practice includes defending employers in employment-related disputes involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour matters. Alexis also represents employers in administrative charges and investigations before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California Civil Rights Department, and the California Labor Commissioner’s Office. She approaches agency matters with an emphasis on strategic risk assessment, clear communication, and practical resolution strategies.

A significant aspect of Alexis’s practice focuses on wage and hour compliance and litigation defense. She advises clients on issues including meal and rest period compliance, overtime and regular rate calculations, employee classification, timekeeping practices, and pay policies. Alexis understands the operational demands and unique workforce challenges facing hospitality and restaurant employers and provides counsel tailored to the industry’s fast-paced environment.