Michael D. Carrouth
About Michael D. Carrouth
Michael D. Carrouth is a Partner at Fisher & Phillips with extensive experience in labor and employment law, specializing in responding to union organizing activities.
Title and Current Role
Michael D. Carrouth currently serves as a Partner at Fisher & Phillips. He joined the firm in 2004 and has been with them for several years. His role focuses on labor and employment law, helping employers navigate complex issues related to union activities.
Previous Experience
Before his tenure at Fisher & Phillips, Michael D. Carrouth was the Founder and Partner at Ellzey & Brooks, LLC, where he worked from 1997 to 2004. Prior to that, he served as an Associate and later as a Partner at Ogletree Deakins from 1988 to 1997. These roles have provided him with a wealth of experience in labor and employment law.
Education and Certifications
Michael D. Carrouth earned his J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1988. He also holds a B.A. in Accounting from Wofford College, achieved in 1985. Furthermore, he is a Certified Specialist in Labor & Employment by the South Carolina Supreme Court and a Certified Specialist in Labor Law.
Labor and Employment Law Expertise
Michael D. Carrouth has extensive experience in labor and employment law. He specializes in helping employers lawfully and effectively respond to union organizing activities. He has represented clients in 30 states and practices before state and federal courts, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), and various administrative agencies.
Publications and Speaking Engagements
Michael D. Carrouth frequently speaks at seminars focused on labor, employment, and litigation matters. He has written numerous articles, including 'The Impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1991 on Employment Litigation'. His expertise is widely recognized in various legal forums.
Honors and Recognitions
Michael D. Carrouth has been AV Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. He has been listed in South Carolina Super Lawyers since 2008, Chambers USA, America's Leading Business Lawyers since 2005, and The Best Lawyers in America since 2007. He was also selected as one of Greater Columbia Business Monthly's Legal Elite in 2011 and 2013.