Stephen J. Fitzgerald

Stephen J. Fitzgerald is known for guiding workers and injured individuals through employment disputes, retaliation matters, and personal injury claims. He has secured multi-million-dollar jury verdicts and has been recognized repeatedly for his trial work. His background includes extensive courtroom advocacy for railroad employees facing unsafe conditions and retaliation.

Stephen completed his education at Boston College before earning his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law. His academic path helped shape his approach to litigation, giving him a solid foundation for handling complex matters in both state and federal courts across multiple jurisdictions.

Stephen has represented a wide range of employees, including physicians, executives, academics, sales professionals, and those working in financial services. He has guided clients through claims involving discrimination, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and retaliation. His work also includes advocating for whistleblowers, particularly scientists and healthcare professionals who reported unsafe workplace practices.

Stephen has gained national recognition for his representation of railroad workers. He has handled claims involving workplace injuries, retaliation, and violations under the Federal Rail Safety Act (FRSA). His results include significant settlements and courtroom victories for workers who faced discipline after raising safety concerns. He also handles injury claims for passengers harmed in train accidents.

Stephen brings substantial trial experience, having served as lead counsel in more than 40 jury trials. His earlier service included over ten years as an Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan, where he became a Supervising Attorney. His commitment to trial practice also led him to teach at Fordham Law School and within the District Attorney’s Office.

Stephen J. Fitzgerald is committed to giving each client personal attention, combining strong advocacy with clear guidance to help people move forward with confidence. Stephen maintains memberships in the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), the New Haven County Bar Association, and the New Haven Inn of Court. He is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York, along with multiple federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and several federal district courts.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Garrison, Levin-Epstein, Fitzgerald & Pirrotti, P.C.
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA)
• Member, New Haven County Bar Association
• Member, New Haven Inn of Court
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Connecticut
• New York

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Boston College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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