J.D. University of California, Davis – School of Law, 2025
B.A., University of California, San Diego, 2020
Rishita Mehta is an Associate in the Firm’s Litigation practice group.
Rishita represents individuals and businesses in a variety of general litigation disputes. Her practice encompasses multiple aspects of litigation, including research and motion practice, discovery strategy, and preparation for trial. She approaches each matter with a deep understanding of her clients’ business and legal objectives.
In a recent victory, Rishita obtained a Temporary Restraining Order against a former employee of a client who stole trade secrets and sensitive client information, deleted thousands of documents, and breached non-disclosure agreements. The case settled shortly thereafter favorably for the client, resulting in a consent judgment and permanent injunction. (U.S. District Court, Central District, June 16, 2026)
Rishita earned her J.D. from UC Davis School of Law. During her time in law school, she was a writing tutor for incoming first-year law students. Rishita also served as a board member for UC Davis Law’s MENASA-LSA and as an Internal Competitions Chair for the UC Davis Moot Court Honors Board. Rishita was also previously a summer associate with Weintraub Tobin in 2024 while she was earning her law degree.
In her free time, Rishita enjoys traveling, expanding her cooking horizons, and visiting new coffee shops—ideally with a book in hand.
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Rishita Mehta as an associate with the Firm’s Litigation practice group. Rishita first joined Weintraub in 2024 as a summer associate, and has rejoined the firm as an associate attorney after passing the California Bar. Based in Sacramento, Rishita joins the Firm with prior experience in legal…
