Fisher & Phillips LLP

Fisher & Phillips LLP is a prominent American law firm specializing in labor and employment law. It offers comprehensive legal services to employers across various industries. Established in 1943 by I. Walter "Ike" Fisher in Atlanta, Georgia, the firm has expanded significantly. It now includes 39 offices nationwide, with a team of over 600 attorneys.

Services Offered

Fisher & Phillips provides a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of employers. These include:

• Labor Relations: Assisting employers with union-related matters like negotiations, disputes, and labor law compliance.
• Employment Litigation: Defending against claims related to discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage disputes.
• Employee Benefits: Guiding employers on compliance with benefit plan regulations.
• Global Immigration: Managing visa applications and immigration law compliance for a global workforce.
• Data Security and Privacy: Advising on protecting sensitive information and data privacy regulations.
• Corporate Compliance and Governance: Helping establish policies for legal and ethical compliance.
• Occupational Safety and Health: Assisting in workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition: Protecting intellectual property and addressing unfair business issues.
• Wage and Hour Law: Ensuring compliance with wage laws, including overtime and minimum wage.

Industry Focus

The firm serves a broad spectrum of industries such as agriculture, automotive manufacturing, banking, broadcasting, casino and gaming, construction, healthcare, hospitality, insurance, legal services, manufacturing, mining, real estate, retail, technology, transportation, wholesale distribution, state and local government entities, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions.

Offices and Locations

Fisher & Phillips has a significant presence across the United States with locations in major cities including:

• Atlanta, GA
• Baltimore, MD
• Boston, MA
• Charlotte, NC
• Chicago, IL
• Cleveland, OH
• Columbia, SC
• Columbus, OH
• Dallas, TX
• Denver, CO
• Detroit, MI
• Fort Lauderdale, FL
• Gulfport, MS
• Houston, TX
• Irvine, CA
• Kansas City, MO
• Las Vegas, NV
• Los Angeles, CA
• Louisville, KY
• Memphis, TN
• Murray Hill, NJ
• New Orleans, LA
• New York, NY
• Orlando, FL
• Philadelphia, PA
• Phoenix, AZ
• Pittsburgh, PA
• Portland, OR
• Sacramento, CA
• San Diego, CA
• San Francisco, CA
• Seattle, WA
• Tampa, FL
• Washington, D.C.
• Westminster, MD
• Woodland Hills, CA
• Upper Darby, PA, USA

In California, offices are located in Irvine, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco. The Upper Darby, PA office is also an important location for the firm’s operations.

Recent Developments

In 2016, Fisher & Phillips rebranded itself, adopting the new name "Fisher Phillips" along with a new logo and website. This change reflects its modern and dynamic approach to labor and employment law.