Barry S. Fagan

Barry S. Fagan is a leading employment law and civil rights attorney at Fagan McManus, P.C. in Michigan. He focuses his practice on representing employees in complex workplace disputes, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower claims, and wrongful termination. Over several decades of practice, Mr. Fagan has built a strong reputation for protecting employee rights and holding employers accountable. His work reflects a deep understanding of employment statutes and a consistent commitment to achieving fair outcomes for individuals facing serious workplace challenges.

Mr. Fagan earned his B.S. with honors from Michigan State University in 1979, where he studied labor and industrial relations. He later obtained his J.D. from Wayne State University Law School in Detroit in 1982. Following graduation, he was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan, marking the start of a long and respected legal career focused on labor, employment, and civil rights law.

Mr. Fagan has achieved notable success in high-impact employment cases throughout his legal career. He has secured significant jury verdicts and settlements, including outcomes involving disability discrimination, age discrimination, and collective action claims. His results include six- and seven-figure verdicts and multi-million-dollar settlements, demonstrating his ability to handle complex litigation effectively. These outcomes have helped employees recover compensation, restore workplace rights, and bring meaningful accountability to unlawful employment practices.

Barry S. Fagan has played an influential role in advancing employment law through leadership and education beyond individual representation. He has served in key positions within statewide legal organizations, lectured at professional seminars, and contributed to legal publications. His efforts have helped educate fellow attorneys and strengthen advocacy standards in employment litigation. Through consistent dedication, skilled advocacy, and ethical practice, he continues to make a lasting impact in employment and civil rights law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Fagan McManus, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of Michigan, Labor and Employment Section
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Oakland Bar Association
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Executive Board Member, Michigan Association for Justice
• Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, 2020

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• Wayne State University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Michigan State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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