Overview

The employment equation is changing. The old ways of doing business, the cookie-cutter approach to managing a workforce, using the standard employment litigation playbook – no longer cuts it. You now live in a new world where dynamics exist between worker and employer that demand a more thoughtful and creative management approach. Where your capacity to be flexible and adapt to fluid circumstances will determine your relevance in the marketplace. Where your ability to leverage cutting-edge technology in all aspects of your business could be the difference between success and failure.

Fisher Phillips is constantly evolving to meet the needs of the modern employer. We recognize there are new equations at play that have changed not merely the workforce, but the way employment cases themselves are litigated – including the tools and technology at our disposal, the enhanced ways we now collaborate with our colleagues and clients, and our deep commitment to diversity and inclusion. We invite you to spend some time on our website checking us out. But make sure to bookmark the page and come back often, because we promise we’re constantly changing – to not only keep up with the times, but to stay ahead of the curve.

Innovative Technology + Client Focus = The Modern Law Firm

We’ve made a robust investment in technology that puts us in the lead when it comes to innovation, but not because we want to be the firm with the most bells and whistles. It’s because we know this is the best way to serve our clients in today’s world. While we’re a tech-driven firm, our innovations are built on the foundation of our attorneys providing practical solutions to your workplace problems. It’s because we keep an ever-present eye on people and the challenges you face every day that we can leverage our technology to serve you.

Data Analytics + Skilled Litigators = Cutting Edge Representation

One of the tech solutions we’re most proud of is the ability to mine an astounding amount of data relating to all aspects of litigation to position ourselves – and your legal matters – for the best possible outcomes. When we put these innovative analytics into the hands of our skilled litigators, you unleash a powerful force that is second-to-none when it comes to representing employers in court, mediation, agency hearings, and all other settings.

Diversity + Inclusion = Success

Our commitment to diversity has been well-chronicled, and it’s led to national recognition for the way we not only support but champion our BIPOC, women, LGBTQ, disabled, and other diverse attorneys and staff. We’re proud of our awards and worked hard to earn them. But awards are meaningless if we don’t honor the spirit behind them each day. We’re a stronger law firm when we ensure that a wide diversity of voices helps fuel our actions. We know that our work in this space is ongoing, and we are incredibly energized when we think about what the future holds.

Insights + Practical Guidance = Power

We produce a constant stream of thought leadership updating our clients about the latest trends, developments, prevention options, and insights related to all aspects of labor and employment law. But we know you’re bombarded with information from all angles each day. That’s why we do something different: each of our insights doesn’t just tell you what happened, we take it a step beyond and tell you what you should do as a result. This sets us apart – and will set you up for success in your role, giving you practical information that is pure power at your fingertips. Go ahead and subscribe to our Insights to get on the receiving end of these tools.

Collaboration + Excellence = Premier Client Service

Our firm is greater than the sum of our parts, and that’s no accident. We have quite purposefully and deliberately ensured that any attorney and professional staff who joins our ranks prizes collegiality and shares our commitment to excellence. While many successful partners have chosen to bring their practices to our firm, attracted by our entrepreneurial culture and transparent compensation system, it’s the opportunity to practice with other exceptional lawyers that makes us better as a whole. Not only do our lawyers have cutting-edge Knowledge Management resources to enable us to work seamlessly across offices and handle the most complex problems in sync with one another, it’s our willingness to collaborate with each other that ensures each client gets the very best service a law firm can offer.

We also understand that our attorneys work best when they collaborate on business and legal solutions with our clients. To that end, we have developed a state-of-the-art extranet platform – FP Collab – that allows our clients to monitor their legal caseload and spend, and provides resources to help them run their business in this new employment equation.

Founded:
1943
Size:
752
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Practice Areas:
11
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
150

Rankings

National

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Employment Law - Management
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Immigration Law
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Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Labor Law - Management
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Mining Law
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Litigation - ERISA

Regional

Atlanta

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Atlanta
Employment Law - Management
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Atlanta
Labor Law - Management
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Atlanta
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Atlanta
Immigration Law

Boston

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Boston
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Boston
Employment Law - Management

Firm Leadership

About Our Clients

Fisher Phillips represents employers in a broad range of industries including hospitality, healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, credit unions, banks and financial institutions, private schools, colleges and universities, state and local governments, legal and professional service firms, insurance and related services, and non-profit organizations.We are national and local, with attorneys admitted in just about every U.S. jurisdiction. We represent a wide range of public and private employers. Our clients include employers in the agriculture, automotive manufacturing, automobile dealership, banking, broadcasting, casino and gaming, construction, health care, hospitality, insurance, legal and professional services, manufacturing, mining, real estate, retail, technology, transportation, and wholesale and distribution industries, as well as state and local government entities, non-profit organizations, schools, colleges and universities.

Select Clients

Corey Companies Equifax Inc. General Dynamics/Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. Gwinnett Hospital System, Inc. Heidelberg USA Hennessey Motors, Inc. Holder Construction InComm J&M Tank Lines Mansfield Oil Company National Distributing Company Norfolk Southern Corporation Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing United Distributors, Inc.

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Employment Law - Management
Fisher & Phillips is a multifaceted firm with deep bench strength across the U.S. The partners and practice managers are responsive to client needs and are always there to lend support and guidance to associates and clients through complexities of intricate cases.
 
Employment Law - Management
Fisher Phillips is very well versed and rounded; haven't lost a case yet with them.
 
Employment Law - Management
Fisher Phillips is extremely strong, and we have been very pleased with their representation of our company in all NLRB and union related matters. Their advice is sound and results have been excellent in the 20 years we have worked with them.
Daniel Sandberg
Chief Executive Officer – Brembo North America, Inc.
Employment Law - Management
We rely on Fisher Phillips to assist us in guiding our members in employment and labor matters. They have an excellent knowledge base, provide timely response and treat clients professionally. The breadth and depth of their attorneys experience is of the highest level.
Stan Harris
Louisiana Restaurant Association
Employment Law - Management
Fisher & Phillips were very helpful with private school employment and admissions law.
 
Litigation - Labor and Employment
It is very easy to work with this experienced, business-oriented, practical team at Fisher & Phillips. They are hardworking, creative, and a good use of our resources.
Kathy Hughes
Union Pacific Corporation
Employment Law - Management
Fisher & Phillips attorneys are experts in their field and personable.
 
Labor Law - Management
C.R. Wright, Joe Shelton and other members of the Fisher & Phillips firm perform excellent work; combining subject matter expertise with a practical, common sense approach, provided in a timely and concise manner.
 
Labor Law - Management
Steve Bernstein of Fisher & Phillips is the best! He is always responsive. He provides clear, practical advice that takes the business needs into consideration.
Jewelle Johnson
Senior Counsel – Graphic Packaging Intl. Inc.
Employment Law - Management
Fisher & Phillips has amazing people, subject matter knowledge and service. The depth of their specialists provides a collaborative approach to employment issues that cross multiple areas and disciplines. When working with clients, they can present complex legal issues in clear, concise terms. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking a firm to provide efficient and knowledgeable representation.
Stan Harris
Louisiana Restaurant Association

Rankings

National

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Employment Law - Management
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Immigration Law
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Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Labor Law - Management
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National Ranking
Mining Law
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National Ranking
Litigation - ERISA

Regional

Atlanta

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Atlanta
Employment Law - Management
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Atlanta
Labor Law - Management
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Atlanta
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Atlanta
Immigration Law

Boston

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Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Boston
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Boston
Immigration Law

Charlotte

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Charlotte
Employment Law - Management
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Charlotte
Labor Law - Management
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Charlotte
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Chicago

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Chicago
Employment Law - Management

Cleveland

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Cleveland
Employment Law - Management
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Cleveland
Labor Law - Management
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Cleveland
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Cleveland
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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Cleveland
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Colorado

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Colorado
Employment Law - Management
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Colorado
Immigration Law
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Colorado
Labor Law - Management
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Colorado
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Columbia-SC

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Columbia-SC
Employment Law - Management
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Columbia-SC
Labor Law - Management
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Columbia-SC
Litigation - ERISA
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Columbia-SC
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Columbus-OH

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Columbus-OH
Employment Law - Management
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Columbus-OH
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Columbus-OH
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
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Columbus-OH
Labor Law - Management

Dallas/Fort Worth

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Dallas/Fort Worth
Employment Law - Management
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Dallas/Fort Worth
Labor Law - Management
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Dallas/Fort Worth
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Fort Lauderdale

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Fort Lauderdale
Employment Law - Management
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Fort Lauderdale
Labor Law - Management
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Fort Lauderdale
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Gulfport

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Gulfport
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Houston

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Houston
Employment Law - Management
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Houston
Labor Law - Management
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Houston
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Kansas City-MO

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Employment Law - Management
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Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Kansas City-MO
Commercial Litigation

Las Vegas

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Las Vegas
Employment Law - Management
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Las Vegas
Labor Law - Management
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Las Vegas
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Los Angeles

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Los Angeles
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Louisville

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Louisville
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Louisville
Labor Law - Management
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Louisville
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Memphis

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Memphis
Employment Law - Management
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Memphis
Labor Law - Management
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Memphis
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Nashville

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Nashville
Litigation - ERISA
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Nashville
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

New Jersey

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New Jersey
Employment Law - Management
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New Jersey
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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New Jersey
Appellate Practice
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New Jersey
Labor Law - Management

New Orleans

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New Orleans
Employment Law - Management
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New Orleans
Labor Law - Management
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New Orleans
Litigation - Labor and Employment

New York City

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New York City
Employment Law - Management
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New York City
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Orange County

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Orange County
Employment Law - Management
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Orange County
Labor Law - Management
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Orange County
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Orlando

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Orlando
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Orlando
Labor Law - Management
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Orlando
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Philadelphia

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Philadelphia
Employment Law - Management
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Philadelphia
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Philadelphia
Commercial Litigation
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Philadelphia
Labor Law - Management
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Philadelphia
Litigation - Intellectual Property

Phoenix

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Phoenix
Employment Law - Management
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Phoenix
Labor Law - Management

Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh
Employment Law - Management
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Pittsburgh
Labor Law - Management
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Pittsburgh
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Pittsburgh
Mining Law
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Pittsburgh
Commercial Litigation
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Pittsburgh
Natural Resources Law

Portland-OR

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Portland-OR
Employment Law - Management
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Portland-OR
Labor Law - Management
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Portland-OR
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Sacramento

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Sacramento
Litigation - Labor and Employment

San Diego

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San Diego
Employment Law - Management
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San Diego
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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San Diego
Labor Law - Management

San Francisco

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San Francisco
Employment Law - Management

Seattle

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Seattle
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Seattle
Employment Law - Management
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Seattle
Immigration Law

Tampa

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Tampa
Employment Law - Management
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Tampa
Labor Law - Management
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Tampa
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Troy

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Troy
Employment Law - Management
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Troy
Labor Law - Management
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Troy
Immigration Law

Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C.
Employment Law - Management
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Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Practice Areas

Fisher Phillips LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 12 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Covenants Not to Compete
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Immigration Law
  • Labor Law - Management
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • OSHA
  • Trade Secrets Law
  • Wage-Hour Law
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Fisher Phillips LLP proudly has 150 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Fisher Phillips LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Fisher Phillips LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Fisher Phillips LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Lawyers on the Fast Track - Todd Scherwin
BTI Brand Elite: Client Perceptions of the Best-Branded Law Firms
Fellow in The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers - Mark Ricciardi
San Diego Daily Transcript’s Top Attorneys - Regina Petty
Fellow in The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers - Jeff Mandel
50 People Who Most Influenced EHS in 2012-13 - Ed Foulke, Howard Mavity
Lawyers of Color Inc. Hot List - Kristen Nesbit
Fellow in The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers - D. Albert Brannen
Fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers - Rosemary Gousman
Top 100 Most Powerful Employment Attorneys - Charles Caulkins, Roger Quillen
Honorary Construction Safety Professional - Howard Mavity
Business of the Year - Irvine Office
BTI Most Recommended Law Firms 2015 - Firm
Client Choice Award - Todd Scherwin
Most Recommended by Corporate Counsel - Firm
Three Fisher Phillips Partners Named to "Top 100 Most Powerful Employment Attorneys" in the United States
Fisher Phillips Named "Law Firm of the Year" for Second Year in a Row
Eighty-Six Attorneys Selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2017
Fisher Phillips Named to 2017 Best Law Firms
Two Partners Named 2016 "Client Service All-Stars" by BTI Consulting Group
Three Fisher Phillips Partners Named to "Top 100 Most Powerful Employment Attorneys" in the United States
Top Law Firm - Fort Lauderdale
Barrister's Best 2012 - Todd Fredrickson
Memphis Magazine's 2012 Power Players - Jeff Weintraub
BTI Client Service A-Team 2013 - Firm
2020 Gold Standard Certification from The Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF)
Named a “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” after achieving a perfect 100% score on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)
Fisher Phillips’ Los Angeles Office Named 2020 “Most Admired Law Firms to Work For” by The Los Angeles Business Journal
Anet Drapalski Listed Among the Los Angeles Business Journal's 2021 Minority Leaders of Influence
Emily Litzinger Named to Louisville Business First's 2021 40 Under 40 Class

Offices & Contacts

Atlanta, GA
1230 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 3300
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Portland, ME
254 Commercial Street, Suite 245
Portland, ME 04101
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Birmingham, MI
Minneapolis, MN
225 South Sixth Street, Suite 3900
Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Phoenix, AZ
3200 North Central Avenue, Suite 1550
Phoenix, AZ 85012
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Irvine, CA
Los Angeles, CA
444 South Flower Street, Suite 1500
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Sacramento, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Woodland Hills, CA
Denver, CO
1125 Seventeenth Street, Suite 2400
Denver, CO 80202
United States
Fort Lauderdale, FL
201 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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Orlando, FL
200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1100
Orlando, FL 32801
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Tampa, FL
101 East Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 2350
Tampa, FL 33602
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Chicago, IL
10 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3450
Chicago, IL 60606
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Louisville, KY
New Orleans, LA
201 Saint Charles Avenue, Suite 3710
New Orleans, LA 70170
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Washington, DC
1401 New York Avenue, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005
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Westminster, MD
Boston, MA
Bingham Farms, MI
Gulfport, MS
2505 Fourteenth Street, Suite 300
Gulfport, MS 39501
United States
Kansas City, MO
46 Penn Centre
4622 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 910
Kansas City, MO 64112
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Las Vegas, NV
300 South Fourth Street, Suite 1500
Las Vegas, NV 89101
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Murray Hill, NJ
New York, NY
Charlotte, NC
227 West Trade Street, Suite 2020
Charlotte, NC 28202
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Cleveland, OH
Columbus, OH
Portland, OR
111 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Suite 4040
Portland, OR 97204
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Philadelphia, PA
Two Logan Square, 12th Floor
100 North 18th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Pittsburgh, PA
Columbia, SC
Memphis, TN
Renaissance Center, Suite 312
1715 Aaron Brenner Drive
Memphis, TN 38120
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Nashville, TN
Dallas, TX
Houston, TX
910 Louisiana Street, Suite 4000
Houston, TX 77002
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McLean, VA
8200 Greensboro Drive, Suite 900
McLean, VA 22102
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Seattle, WA
Mexico City, MX
Creston 121, Jardines del Pedregal
Álvaro Obregón
Mexico City 01900
Mexico

Significant Matters

  • Castillo v. DHL Express (USA), Inc., 243 Cal.App.4th 1186 (Cal. App. 2015).
  • Duckworth v. Symon Says Enters., Inc., 21 WH Cases2d 1625 (M.D. Fla. 2014)
  • Tisch v. DST Systems, Inc., 366 S.W.3d 345 (Mo. App. 2012).
  • Farmer v. The Phillips Agency, 285 F.R.D. 685 (N.D. Ga. 2012).
  • Valcho v. Dallas County Hospital District, 574 F.Supp.2d 618 (N.D. Tex. 2008); 658 F. Supp. 2d 802 (N.D. Tex. 2009).
  • Santos v. General Dynamics Aviation Services Corp., 984 So.2d 658 (Fla. 4th DCA 2008).
  • Joint Executive Board of Las Vegas v. NLRB, 515 F.3d 942 (9th Cir. 2008).
  • Albra v. Advan, Inc., 490 F.3d 826 (11th Cir. 2007).
  • Whirlpool Corp. v. Burns, 457 F.Supp.2d 806 (W.D. Mich. 2006).
  • Albertson's, Inc., 344 NLRB 1357 (2005).
  • Solon v. Kaplan, 398 F.3d 629 (7th Cir. 2005).
  • Daniel v. Spectrum Stores, Inc., 381 F.Supp.2d 1386 (M.D. Ga. 2005).
  • Musnick v. King Motor Co. of Fort Lauderdale, 325 F.3d 1255 (11th Cir. 2003).
  • Allocco v. City of Coral Gables, 221 F.Supp.2d 1317 (S.D. Fla. 2002).
  • Simon v. Allstate Employee Group Medical Plan, 263 F. 3d 656 (7th Cir. 2001)

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