Abby Riffee-Neri

Overview

Abby has extensive experience managing complex commercial disputes from start to finish, focusing on successful outcomes that align with her clients’ business goals. Her diverse practice encompasses a wide range of matters, including breach of contract, fraud, and corporate veil piercing issues, across federal and state courts, and in private arbitrations.

Abby’s practice focuses on commercial litigation, including contract disputes and business torts, along with transportation and logistics-related claims. Abby applies her oral advocacy skills and alternative dispute resolution expertise to champion clients in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations. She also has substantial experience with managing electronic discovery. Beyond her litigation practice, Abby has experience in regulatory compliance of air carriers, motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders. 

Her experience spans information technology, food and beverage, and cannabis industries, where she has developed deep insight into how disputes uniquely impact day to day business operations. Abby approaches each matter with empathy, grit, and innovation. Clients value her efficiency, clear communication, and practical, business-focused strategy.

Abby currently serves on Benesch’s Hiring Committee and previously served as co-chair of the firm’s Associate Development Committee’s Events and Culture subcommittee.