Morris Fischer is a distinguished employment law attorney and federal litigation expert with an extensive career dedicated to defending employees’ rights, representing businesses, and shaping legal precedents in workplace discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, and wrongful termination cases. As the founder of Morris E. Fischer, LLC, he has successfully represented both employees and employers, with a particular focus on federal employment law.
Licensed to practice law in New York (1996), Maryland (2001), and the District of Columbia (2006), Fischer is also admitted to numerous federal courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States, seven U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, and multiple U.S. District Courts across the country. His legal acumen and aggressive advocacy have resulted in precedent-setting decisions and landmark settlements in cases involving disability discrimination, retaliation, whistleblower protections, and wrongful termination.
Throughout his career, Fischer has demonstrated an exceptional ability to navigate complex employment disputes, often taking on high-profile cases that attract national attention. These include Hayes v. Napolitano, case that forced the resignation of Janet Napolitano’s Chief of Staff because of sexual harassment allegations, Keegan v. Social Security Administration that forced the withdrawal of President Obama’s selection of Carolyn Colvin for Commissioner of the Social Security Administration and Taylor Johnson v. Department of Homeland Security, another national whistleblower case against Alejandro Mayorkas. Fischer also represented Michael Keegan before a United States Senate Committee Hearing in 2015 on the matter. More recently, Fischer scored notable victories in Mount v. Department of Homeland Security, where he obtained a First Circuit Court of Appeals reversal in a Merit Systems Protection Board case which established national precedent for whistleblower cases. He also achieved victories in Nicole Nualart v. Department of Homeland Security (M.S.P.B. 2024) and defeated two Summary Judgment motions to cause a settlement in a highly complex disability case with four separate expert witnesses in Leland L. Cogdell, Jr. v. Emily Murphy (D.C. District Court). These cases, among many others, underscore his ability to overturn wrongful terminations, secure reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, and protect individuals from workplace retaliation. His legal expertise has been sought in some of the most challenging and high-stakes employment law cases in the country.
Beyond litigation, Fischer has made significant contributions as a legal educator, expert witness, and author. He has written extensively on employment law, including his book “Maximize Your Employment Lawsuit With My Top Secrets” (2017), which provides insights into optimizing legal strategies for workplace disputes. His reputation as a legal expert has also earned him invitations to speak at conferences, legal symposiums, and advocacy groups, including the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association and the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation.
Fischer’s commitment to legal excellence has been widely recognized. He has been named among the Best Employment Lawyers in Washington, D.C. (2017-2023) and was included in the Top 100 Attorneys (2020) by Top 100 Attorneys Magazine. His expertise has also been cited by leading media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, CNN, Fox News, The Wall Street Journal, and Courthouse News Service.
In addition to his legal practice, Fischer has played a pivotal role as an expert witness in legal malpractice cases and is a trusted consultant on employment law matters for government and private entities. His analytical skills and deep understanding of federal employment regulations make him a sought-after authority in the legal field.
Morris Fischer’s commitment to justice, strategic litigation approach, and dedication to protecting employees’ rights continue to solidify his position as one of the most respected employment law attorneys in the United States. Through his firm, Morris E. Fischer, LLC, he remains steadfast in his mission to ensure fairness and accountability in the workplace.
Character
Morris Fischer is a dedicated and tenacious advocate who upholds the principles of justice and fairness in every case he takes. His unwavering commitment to defending employees’ rights and challenging workplace discrimination reflects his integrity, resilience, and deep sense of responsibility to his clients.
Knowledge
With decades of experience in employment law and federal litigation, Morris Fischer possesses an extensive understanding of legal strategies, workplace protections, and courtroom advocacy. His expertise spans high-profile cases, legal malpractice consulting, and expert witness testimony, making him a highly sought-after authority in his field.
Strategic
Morris Fischer employs a meticulous and results-driven approach to litigation, leveraging legal precedents, expert testimonies, and thorough case preparation to secure favorable outcomes. His ability to navigate complex employment disputes and anticipate opposing arguments makes him a formidable force in the courtroom. Morris Fischer’s outstanding and unique litigation experience has led him to develop a strong ability to study the operations of large organizations and study their weaknesses. For example, a large financial investment company may spend up to ten hours with a new client, creating a 401K, without ever informing that client that his company is not eligible for an end of the year profit sharing contribution because that 401K was set up in the middle of the year. That kind of mistake, infuriating to the client, and over which a client will sue or complain to FINRA, is the type of insight Morris Fischer has developed through decades of litigating against large companies and government agencies.
Communication
As a skilled litigator, author, and speaker, Morris Fischer articulates legal arguments with precision and clarity, ensuring that his clients, judges, and juries understand the nuances of each case. His ability to simplify complex legal concepts and effectively advocate for workplace justice has earned him national recognition and media attention.
