Sarah M. Mugmon

SARAH M. MUGMON

ASSOCIATE

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Tele: (202) 689-1200 | Fax: (202) 689-1209
smugmon@fortneyscott.com

Sarah Mugmon has over a decade of experience representing hundreds of employers and management-side clients through various employment law-related inquiries, audits, investigations, and claims.


Specifically, Ms. Mugmon’s experience includes defending employers against alleged violations of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as well as their state and local equivalents. She also advises and coordinates with organizations to ensure their practices and initiatives—including those related to inclusion and opportunity—are current with such applicable laws, regulations, and policy developments. While aiming to mitigate legal exposure, Ms. Mugmon also focuses on her clients’ business growth and success in both the short- and long-term. 


Ms. Mugmon has extensive experience representing clients through workplace-related investigations conducted by federal, state, and local government agencies. She also serves as an independent investigator into allegations and claims arising in the workplace, providing thorough assessments and recommended courses of action when needed. Her practice further includes advising clients through audits and enforcement actions led by the U.S. Department of Labor and/or state agencies, designing and implementing best practices and compliance programs, and responding to press and Congressional inquiries related to child labor matters.


Prior to joining Fortney & Scott, Ms. Mugmon represented organizations local to the DC metropolitan area in employment and business law matters, as well as management-side federal employees under civil and Congressional investigations or facing disciplinary actions. Outside of her practice, Ms. Mugmon has served in various leadership roles with the Women's Bar Association of the District of Columbia and is currently a member of its Board of Directors.

Firm Practices


Professional Activities

  • Member of the Board of Directors, Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia (2025-current)
  • Secretary of the Board of Directors, Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia (2024-2025)
  • Amicus Committee Co-Chair, Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia (2020-2024)


Admitted to Practice

  • District of Columbia
  • Maryland
  • Virginia


Education

  • The George Washington University Law School (J.D.)
  • University of Maryland, College Park (B.A.)
January 23, 2026
In the second year of Trump 2.0, employers must stay alert to EEOC’s shifting priorities. Join FortneyScott attorneys on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at noon EDT to learn what to expect from EEOC and the key steps employers must take now to ensure compliance with the new EEOC priorities. Key Topics to be Covered Include: New Commission quorum , and how it will impact EEOC priorities; Current EEOC priorities , including eliminating unlawful DEI, protecting religious liberties, limiting sex discrimination to biological sex and focusing on anti-American discrimination; Notable EEOC enforcement actions, updates, and emerging trends in the Administration’s civil rights enforcement; and, Actionable strategies and key takeaway s to ensure compliance with Title VII, the PWFA, etc. This webinar is the first in a three-part series designed for compliance professionals, in-house counsel, HR and inclusion leaders, and other business leaders responsible for labor and employment law compliance. To register for FortneyScott’s Workplace Legal Compliance training series, please click here .
January 21, 2026
As employers prepare to face the second year of Trump 2.0, FortneyScott is convening a three-month, complimentary training initiative to help clients stay ahead of the curve and confidently navigate the shifting terrain. From February through April of 2026, our Workplace Legal Compliance Series will deliver timely, practical insights through: Monthly Webinars featuring FortneyScott attorneys unpacking the latest developments. DC Insider—Employer Update Podcasts offering candid analysis from Washington insiders. Real-Time Alerts on breaking regulatory changes impacting your business. This exclusive program is tailored to equip employers with the tools they need to strengthen their compliance strategies, mitigate risk, and adapt to the new enforcement priorities taking shape in 2026. Whether you're a federal contractor, a multi-state employer, or simply seeking clarity in a volatile legal environment, FortneyScott’s training series is your go-to resource for substantive updates and actionable guidance . How to Participate : Register now for the FortneyScott Workplace Legal Compliance webinars, podcast notifications and alerts: Register here for all 3 webinars (February 3, March 3 and April 9). Sign Up for notifications of new podcast episodes of DC Insider—Employer Update. Sign Up here to receive Workplace Legal Compliance alerts and updates. If you have an immediate questions or feedback, please contact any of the FortneyScott attorneys or email info@fortneyscott.com .
December 18, 2025
Join FortneyScott attorneys for a complimentary webinar on how employers should prepare for 2026 based on the significant changes in 2025. The Trump Administration begins 2026 with a quorum at the EEOC, new leadership at all the DOL agencies, and the likelihood that the NLRB quorum will be restored soon, so employers should expect aggressive action by all the workforce agencies. This session will provide critical insights into: What to expect from EEOC with its new quorum; An activated DOL, including the new Wage & Hour Division priorities, such as revisions to the Biden-era rules on white collar exemptions and joint employment; new Opinion Letters and compliance tools, how AI is being addressed, and expected developments; Whether OFCCP will survive in 2026, and changes affecting Federal contractors and grant recipients; and Practical steps employers should consider before 2026 begins. This is the final presentation in FortneyScott’s four-part Workplace Legal Compliance Webinar Series 2025, designed for in-house counsel, compliance professionals, HR leaders, and business executives.
December 18, 2025
Join FortneyScott attorneys for a timely webinar addressing the Trump Administration’s escalating enforcement efforts targeting “illegal DEI” practices among federal contractors, grant recipients, and higher education institutions. In recent months, the Administration has initiated certification demands, expanded DOJ investigations under the False Claims Act, and increased EEOC scrutiny under Title VII. This session will provide critical insights into: The latest developments in federal investigations and enforcement; DEI programs under legal challenge; and Practical steps employers—especially federal contractors and grant recipients—should take now to mitigate legal risk and ensure compliance with EEO laws. This is the third installment in FortneyScott’s four-part Workplace Legal Compliance Webinar Series, designed for in-house counsel, compliance professionals, HR leaders, and business executives.
December 10, 2025
December 18, 2025 at noon EDT CLICK HERE to Register Join FortneyScott attorneys for a complimentary webinar on how employers should prepare for 2026 based on the significant changes in 2025. The Trump Administration begins 2026 with a quorum at the EEOC, new leadership at all the DOL agencies, and the likelihood that the NLRB quorum will be restored soon, so employers should expect aggressive action by all the workforce agencies. This session will provide critical insights into: What to expect from EEOC with its new quorum; An activated DOL, including the new Wage & Hour Division priorities, such as revisions to the Biden-era rules on white collar exemptions and joint employment; new Opinion Letters and compliance tools, how AI is being addressed, and expected developments; Whether OFCCP will survive in 2026, and changes affecting Federal contractors and grant recipients; and Practical steps employers should consider before 2026 begins. This is the final presentation in FortneyScott’s four-part Workplace Legal Compliance Webinar Series 2025, designed for in-house counsel, compliance professionals, HR leaders, and business executives. To register for FortneyScott’s Workplace Legal Compliance training series, please click here .
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