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Thomas Richard Fischer Jr.
also known as Richard Fischer
About Thomas
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
70%
21 years | 2,500 cases
Personal Injury
20%
21 years
Employee Benefits
10%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 20 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico for 18 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
The Fischer Law Firm
620 North Grant Avenue, Suite 401, Odessa, TX, 79761
Fisher Law Firm
601 N. Marienfield, Suite 203, Midland, TX, 79701
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Thomas Richard Fischer Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Janice | July 17, 2014 | Social Security Disability
Excellent experience
Mr. Fischer and his office were top notch from beginning to conclusion of my case. Although my case presented some challenges, they patiently worked through everything and kept me informed. Also, when I emailed with questions, Mr. Fischer or someone on his team were quick to respond. They took ca...
Thomas Richard Fischer Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Benjamin Decker
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer and he's a great disability attorney."
"Thomas is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Richard on several personal injury, ERISA, and Social Security cases and he is very knowledgeable about these areas of the law. His office is organized and moves cases quickly. He is very compassionate and caring with his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Several of my clients have used Richard for social security law issues and he has done a good job for them. He & his staff are very attentive to their clients' needs."
"Richard stands out among the legion of plaintiffs' personal injury and social security disability attorneys as one who handles his cases with exceptional skill and consummate professionalism towards his clients, the court, and opposing counsel. I endorse him without any reservations."
"Richard is a great person and a highly capable attorney. If I have friends, family or clients with social security or personal injury matters I do not he hesitate to recommend Richard."
"I had the pleasure of working with Richard Fischer. He is an extremely intelligent and competent attorney. He is compassionate towards his clients, and he fights for them zealously. I endorse Mr. Richard Fischer."
"Mr. Fischer is a highly intelligent, knowledgeable, and skillful attorney. He has helped many people with his generous contributions to Avvo. His answers are articulate and demonstrate his vast knowledge of the law. I have no doubt he provides excellent representation to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Fischer is a very knowledgeable, articulate, and talented attorney. He has dedicated his time to help many people, including fellow attorneys with his exceptional contributions to Avvo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fischer is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney as is demonstrated in the responses that he generously contributes to questions in the Avvo community. I would not hesitate to rely on his professional judgment."
Bradley Tilton
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"With a great track record of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Fischer is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in his area of expertise, he is your answer."
"Provides excellent, thorough representation for Social Security and Personal Injury cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Contributor in Social Security 2014, Avvo
2004
AmJur Academic Achievement Award - Trial Advocacy, Texas Tech University School of Law
2004
CALI Achievement Award - Professional Responsibility, Texas Tech University School of Law
2004
CALI Academic Achievement Award - ERISA, Texas Tech University School of Law
2004
AmJur Academic Achievement Award - NAFTA, Texas Tech University School of Law
2003
AmJur Academic Achievement Award - Labor Law, Texas Tech University School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner/Attorney, The Fischer Law Firm
2005 - 2014
Attorney, Jeff Diamond Law Firm
Associations
2014 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Ector County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Permian Basin Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesSustaining Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Long-term Disability
Settlement - $50,000.00
Social Security Disability
Voluntary remand by SSA
Personal Injury
Settlement - $350,000.00
Social Security Disability
Favorable decision - Appeals Council
Social Security Disability
Favorable decision after remand
Personal Injury
Settlement
Long-term Disability
Settlement
Social Security Disability
Judgment
Social Security Disability
Voluntary Remand by SSA
Education
2005
Texas Tech University
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Houston, main campus
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Permian Basin Trial Lawyers Association Monthly Luncheon
Social Security Disability and Medicare Set-Asides
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Why were my children denied auxiliary benefits?
21 Jun 2016
Q&A
I receive SDI and may inherit a home. Does a homestead protect me from having to pay them? Can I be disqualified from SDI?
27 Oct 2014
Q&A
What are my options after being denied at remand hearing with same ALJ judge? Can my atty send case to appeals council again?
26 Sep 2014