About Ellen Anne
Ellen A. Fischer is a senior counsel at Arciero McMillan & Burgess, PC, located at 299 Windsor Highway, New Windsor, NY 12553. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in defending malpractice claims against healthcare providers. Her extensive practice also includes handling Section 1983 claims against medical providers in correctional facilities. Additionally, she manages Public Health Law actions against nursing homes, showcasing her versatility in various legal domains. Ms. Fischer's expertise extends to representing psychiatric facilities in Mental Hygiene Law matters.
She has successfully navigated petitions for medication over objection, assisted outpatient treatment, and the involuntary retention of patients. Furthermore, she is adept at handling the appointment of Article 81 guardians, demonstrating her commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable populations. Admitted to practice in the New York State Supreme Courts and the Southern District of New York, she has established a strong presence in the legal field. In 1990, Ms. Fischer earned her Bachelor of Arts with honors from Binghamton University — She then pursued her Juris Doctor at Villanova University School of Law, graduating in 1993. In 2024, she joined Arciero McMillan & Burgess, PC, bringing a experience in medical malpractice defense, personal injury, and appellate law. Her practice areas encompass state appellate and motion practice, federal motion practice, and the defense of physicians in civil rights actions brought by prisoners.
She also defends premises liability actions, reflecting her comprehensive approach to legal challenges. In recognition of her exceptional skills, Ms. Fischer was selected as a Super Lawyer by her peers in 2023. This honor shows her standing in the legal community and her dedication to her clients. She actively contributes to the profession as a Committee Member of the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on the CPLR. Additionally, she is a member of the Mid-Hudson Women’s Bar Association, where she engages with fellow attorneys to promote women's leadership in law. Before her tenure at Arciero McMillan & Burgess, PC, Ms.
Fischer served as Appellate Counsel at Sholes & Miller, PLLC, starting in 2020. In this capacity, she provided appellate services to attorneys needing assistance with post-trial motions, review of decisions for appealable issues, and the preparation of records and appellate briefs. Over her career, she has perfected and responded to more than forty appeals, showcasing her proficiency in preparing and defending complex motions. Ms. Fischer's dedication to her practice and her significant contributions to the fields of appellate and medical malpractice defense continue to make a lasting impact on her clients and the communities she serves.
