Sheila M. Abron
Partner
Overview
Sheila Abron is a partner at Fisher Phillips and one of a select few attorneys in South Carolina certified as a Specialist in Employment and Labor Law by the South Carolina Supreme Court. She represents companies and educational institutions of all sizes — navigating the full spectrum of employment issues including hiring, discipline, workplace investigations, employment discrimination, Title IX compliance, and unemployment matters.
As Chair of the firm's Government Contracting, Compliance, and Reporting Practice Group, Sheila brings deep proficiency advising federal contractors on affirmative action obligations, OFCCP regulations, and audits. Her practice also includes significant experience handling collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and wage and hour class actions under state law. On the education side, Sheila counsels colleges, universities, and K-12 institutions on Title IX compliance, including investigation procedures, grievance processes, responding to complaints of sexual harassment and misconduct, and navigating the ever-evolving regulatory landscape governing educational institutions. She is a member of the National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA), reflecting her commitment to higher education clients.
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Jul 6, 2026
EEOC Announces Strategic Priorities Through 2030: 5 Things Employers Should Watch For
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Jun 30, 2026
Supreme Court Backs State Transgender Sports Bans: A 5-Step Plan for School Leaders and Athletic Organizations
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Jun 18, 2026
DOJ Says EEOC Guidance on Unintentional Bias Is Unconstitutional: 5 Things Employers Need to Know
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Jun 16, 2026
Colorado Will Require State-Level EEO-1 Data Reporting: Answers to Top Questions From Employers
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Jun 10, 2026
Chair of Government Contracting, Compliance, and Reporting Practice Group Shares Thoughts on Rollback of EEO-1 Collection
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Jun 5, 2026
EEOC Issues New Enforcement Plan: 5 Steps for Employers to Ensure Compliance with Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws