Scott Fisher is a dedicated advocate for personal injury victims and people who have suffered a violation of their civil rights. Before founding Friedman Fisher Verity, Scott was a partner at one of Richmond’s preeminent insurance defense firms where he was an integral part of the firm’s local government practice. He now applies this experience to aggressively pursue justice for civil rights victims and the injured, holding individuals, the government, corporations, and insurance companies accountable.
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Scott has tried many cases to verdict in Virginia state and federal courts. While many attorneys avoid federal court due to its complex and demanding rules, Scott thrives in that arena, confidently taking on challenging cases others will not. Scott has handled cases at all levels, including arguing before the Supreme Court of Virginia and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Scott’s practice spans a wide range of civil rights matters involving discrimination, police brutality, and prisoner rights. He also has extensive experience handling motor vehicle, premises liability, assault and battery, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases.
Known for his strategic and relentless approach, Scott takes pride in identifying his clients’ true needs and crafting creative, results-driven legal strategies. Committed to making a difference, Scott serves clients across Virginia ensuring they receive the advocacy and justice they deserve.
Scott has been recognized by his peers for years. He is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, been named a Super Lawyer for Civil Rights, and been named to Virginia Business Legal Elite.
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Professional Honors
& Activities
- Federal Bar Association, Richmond Chapter
- Board (2016 – 2018)
- Government Relations Liaison to FBA National
- Henrico County Bar Association
- Richmond Bar Association
- Virginia Bar Association
- Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys
- Defense Research Institute
- Local Government Attorneys Association
- Virginia State Bar
- Young Lawyers Conference
- Chair, Committee on Admission and Orientation (2012 – 2013)
- Sponsor Coordinator & Ad Hoc Admissions (2011 – 2012)
- Young Lawyers Conference
- Virginia Super Lawyers – Rising Stars (2013 – 2022)
- Civil Litigation: Defense
- Civil Rights
- Virginia Super Lawyers (2024 – 2025)
- Civil Rights
- Virginia Business Legal Elite (2019 – 2024)
- Civil Litigation
- Young Lawyer
- Colorado Super Lawyers – Rising Stars (2019)
- Civil Litigation: Defense
Education
- University of Virginia, B.A.
- The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, J.D.
Reported Cases
- Bethea v. Howser, 447 F. Supp. 3d 497 (E.D. Va. 2020)
- Evans v. ForKids, Inc., 306 F. Supp. 3d 827 (E.D. Va. 2018)
- Jaramillo v. Crain, No. 1:18-CV-0499-RM-KMT, 2019 WL 1417198, at *1 (D. Colo. Mar. 29, 2019)
- Adams v. Ferguson, 884 F.3d 219 (4th Cir. 2018)
- Altamira-Rojas v. City of Richmond, 184 F.Supp. 3d 290 (E.D. Va. 2016)
- Pleasants v. Town of Louisa, No. 3:11-CV-00032, 2014 WL 1050430 (W.D. Va. Mar. 18, aff’d sub nom. Pleasants v. Rigsby, 603 F. App’x 126 (4th Cir. 2015)
- Woodson v. City of Richmond, Va., 2 F.Supp.3d 804, 807 (E.D.Va. 2014)
- Pleasants v. Town of Louisa, 847 F. Supp. 2d 864 (W.D. Va. 2012), aff’d in part, rev’d in part, 524 F. App’x 891 (4th Cir. 2013)
- Prescott v. Wade, 4:12CV126, 2013 WL 1352168 (E.D. Va. Apr. 2, 2013)
- Henderson v. Labor Finders of Virginia, Inc., 3:12CV600, 2013 WL 1352158 (E.D. Va. Apr. 2, 2013)
- Lee v. Marks, 3:11CV815-JAG, 2013 WL 775379 (E.D. Va. Feb. 28, 2013)
- Piland v. White, 85 VA. Cir. 45 (Chesapeake 2012)
- Lawson v. Miles, 1:11CV949 AJT/IDD, 2012 WL 3242349 (E.D. Va. Aug. 6, 2012)
Bar & Court Admissions
- Virginia State Bar
- District of Columbia Bar
- Colorado State Bar
- United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia
- United States District Court for the District of Columbia
- United States District Court for the District of Colorado
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Publications
- Presenter, “Defending Police Liability Claims,” NBI CLE, 2017
- Co-Author, “The Juvenile Justice System,” NASW Law Note Series, 2010
- Author, “Psychiatric Advance Directives and the Right to be Presumed Competent,” Journal of Contemporary Health Law & Policy, Vol. 25 Issue 2, 2009
- Co-Author, “Social Workers and the Legal Rights of Students: Part II,” NASW Law Notes of the General Counsel, 2008
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Our firm fights tirelessly for victims of accidents and negligence, helping them secure the compensation they deserve to recover and move forward.
Civil Rights
We are dedicated to protecting your fundamental rights, standing up against discrimination, police misconduct, and violations of constitutional freedoms.
Insurance Coverage Litigation
We advocate for claimants and policyholders to ensure they receive the insurance coverage and proceeds to which they are entitled.
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