Staff Spotlight on Tony Fusco
Partner
Fasig | Brooks Law Offices
Tallahassee Office
Describe Your Role at Fasig Brooks
Tony: “My job is to represent clients after they sustain injuries due to someone else’s wrong doing and get them the compensation and support they need.”
How long have you been with Fasig Brooks?
Tony: “I joined as a law clerk in 2012, and I was hired as an attorney in 2014.”
What inspired you to join the team here?
Tony: “The people working here immediately made an impression on me. It was clear they were all in it to help people, and I knew right away I wanted to build my career here.”
What’s the most meaningful part of working with Fasig Brooks?
Tony: “I really enjoy working with the paralegals on my team, and it makes a huge impact on all of us when we see the lives of our clients changed for the better as a result of our work.”
If each day had 25 hours, what would you do with the extra time?
Tony: “Definitely sleep – my wife and I recently had our second baby, and we could all use a little more rest!”
What book or movie has had a significant impact on you and why?
Tony: “Lincoln, by David Herbert – one of the best life stories. President Lincoln had to overcome so much in his life, and he showed how to work with people of all walks of life during the toughest of times.”
What keeps you going when you feel pressure or stress?
Tony: “Knowing a lot of people are feeling the same amount of stress or more than I am. If they can keep going, so can I!”
What is something about Fasig Brooks you wish more people knew about?
Tony: “How much direct contact they have with their attorney. That’s really not typical for most law firms, especially in the personal injury sector. Many firms put so many cases on their attorneys that it’s not even possible for the clients to speak with their lawyer frequently. All of our clients here have our personal cell numbers, and it’s one of my favorites parts of this job to talk with each one of my clients on a regular basis.”
What’s your dream car?
Tony: “Lol, don’t have one. I’m too busy to think much about cars!”
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why?
Tony: “Definitely the Philippines. Most of my family lives there, and it would be amazing to take my wife and our two girls to visit! It’s a 20 hour flight, though, so that makes it really tough to get everyone there as often as I’d like to go.”
What’s your favorite activity outside of work?
Tony: “I love playing soccer, especially when I get to face off against my fellow Fasig|Brooks attorney, Carrie Roane, in our local league. I also really enjoy coaching the Mock Trial teams at FSU.”
What’s your favorite place to visit?
Tony: “For a day trip, we always enjoy going to Panacea or St. Marks Wildlife Refuge. For vacation, Belize is at the top of my list!”
What’s the most frequently asked question you get from clients?
Tony: “One of the first questions I hear from my clients is ‘How much is my case worth?’ They’ve often been dealing with the insurance company already and are wondering if the low offers they’ve been made are fair. I always explain how many factors go into the value of the case – extent of damage to the vehicle, extent of physical injuries, total medical bills, and many other financial damages caused by the accident. Once my team and I are able to really get to know the client and understand the full impact of their injuries, we’re in a much better place to give a fair and accurate value to their case.”