Our Story and Services

People do business with people they trust, and they like. Our team chooses to listen to the wants and needs of our clients carefully, then understanding in detail where their wealth stands today and where they’d like it to be for the future. We help clients design and implement a personalized plan intended to help them pursue financial goals while helping manage investment risk. Our approach is to focus on potential solutions that can help turn goals into reality.


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Our Process

Every relationship begins with a conversation, helping you identify and prioritize which goals matter most to you. Whether it's transferring wealth to the next generation, customizing your financial approach to help you pursue your passions, or providing advice and guidance to help you stay informed, we start by listening to learn more about you and your family.

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    Step 1: Discovery

    Our relationship begins with an initial discussion aimed at getting to know each other. This meeting will include a complimentary review of your current financial situation to determine potential opportunities and strategies. It will be a relaxed conversation and at no cost to you. Following this meeting, we want you to get a sense of what it might be like to work together. Click 'Contact Us' if you would like to schedule a meeting.

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    Step 2: Form a Strategy

    Using your life goals as our compass, we create a risk-balanced strategy which maps a clear path to achieving your success & reaching your goals.

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    Step 3: Implementing Your Plan

    We apply extensive research and analysis, and also utilize Morgan Stanley's full suite of resources, to ensure swift decisive action in all market scenarios.

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    Step 4: Measuring Your Success

    We check in with you to deliver metrics around your portfolio, and ultimately measure trajectory towards your goals. Our ultimate mission is your success and well-being.

What We Provide

Our team at Morgan Stanley combines their years of expertise and knowledge to help clients of substantial wealth simplify and manage their complex financial lives so that their families can live the lifestyle that they wish. Our team's goal is to be an extension of your family.

Family Office Resources help clients and financial advisors utilize an expansive suite of highly specialized resources to address complex challenges of managing significant wealth so clients may make complicated decisions confidently. Here are some resources to help you navigate.

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    Wealth Management Capabilities

    Our team at Morgan Stanley has exclusive access to vast resources, combined with our unique capabilities, giving us the means to support your goals at every life stage. Our commitment to building, preserving, and managing wealth of our clients forms the foundation of everything we do.

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    Wealth Education

    Financial Literacy means being empowered with the knowledge to make smart financial decisions during every stage of life. Discussing family finances is especially important with adult children, no matter their age. It is not always easy, but starting the conversation is a key step in long-term wealth planning.

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    Family Governance

    For ultra-high net worth families involved in a shared enterprise—whether running a family business, managing a family office, or investing collectively—establishing a robust decision-making framework is essential. In other words, a well-defined family governance system provides the structure needed to guide choices and preserve unity.

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    Business Succession Planning

    Selling a business should be the reward for years of entrepreneurial savvy and hard work. Here's how to make the process go smoothly.

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    Trust and Estate Planning

    With you every step of the way. We analyze your tax and estate structures so that their tax characteristics are accurately incorporated in the asset allocation analysis performed for the client.

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    Philanthropic Planning

    Your set of philanthropic objectives is as personal as your vision of a better world. Determining your objectives, however, can be challenging when there are so many worthy causes and so many unmet needs.

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Digital Resources for Clients

Access your financial world at your convenience.

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    Morgan Stanley Online

    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) enables you to view your account activity, manage your everyday finances, and authorize transactions.

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    Total Wealth View

    You can now conveniently view your accounts from other financial institutions on Morgan Stanley Online giving you a complete financial picture.

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    MS Reserved

    Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards clients with over one million dollars in assets and liabilities invested at the firm. The program is designed to enhance your lifestyle and relationship with the firm beyond traditional wealth management services.

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    On the Markets

    Detailed Market commentary from Morgan Stanley's though leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more

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What We Provide

Here at Morgan Stanley, we strive to simplify complex financial ideas so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future. We are firm believers of giving our clients quality resources as possible so they can stay informed about the latest market trends, outlooks, and breakdowns. Morgan Stanley seeks to make complex financial ideas more digestible so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future, and why.

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    Pre-Liquidity Event Planning

    Liquidity events such as an initial public offering or a merger or acquisition may provide income and estate planning opportunities. Liquidity events also magnify the need to put in place or update certain essential estate planning documents. It is important to consider and implement income tax and wealth transfer strategies prior to a potential liquidity or sale event.

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    Executive Compensation: Stock & Stock Options

    Executives today are increasingly compensated with stock or stock options. It is critical that an executive understands the risks of investing financial assets and the potential reward of preferential income tax treatment. The following is a general overview of some of the basic rules applicable to stock and stock options.

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    Alternative Investments

    Our Team is highly skilled and experienced in providing clients with support through alternative investments. Learn how Morgan Stanley's comprehensive strategies, diverse talent and global resources can provide you with the opportunity to achieve your financial goals.

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    Home Loans

    As a Morgan Stanley client, you have access to our dedicated Home Loans team, who will work with you to explore the right solution for your home financing needs.

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Location

1200 S Pine Island ROAD
Suite 800
Plantation, FL 33324
US
Direct:
(954) 476-5222(954) 476-5222

Meet The Fischer Group

About Me

William “Billy” Fischer, CPFA® is a Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Advisor with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is passionate about helping ultra wealthy individuals, families, and business owners navigate an ever-changing financial landscape by delivering personalized, client-centric strategies. Known for his thoughtful guidance and deep market knowledge, Billy and his team have built long-standing relationships by advocating for his clients and ensuring they feel confident in their financial decisions. His philosophy centers on listening first and customizing recommendations based on what truly matters to each client.

He has been recognized as a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor every year since 2022, and his team was named Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams since 2023. Billy holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor®, CPFA® designation awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA).

With a team that reflects the multigenerational needs of his clients, The Fischer Team is committed to guiding families through all stages of their financial journeys—transforming uncertainty into opportunity with calm, experience-driven advice.

Billy is a graduate of the University of South Florida and active in his local community. He lives in Davie, Florida with his wife and their three children.

Disclosures:
• Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes (Awarded April 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 6/30/23 - 6/30/24.
• Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/22 - 6/30/23.
• Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22.
• ​Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Apr 2022) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/20 - 6/30/21.
• Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/23-3/31/24.
• Forbes America’s Top Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Nov 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 3/31/23-3/31/24.
• Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21-3/31/22.
Securities Agent: AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, MA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Me

Jean Pierre “JP” Lemoine is a partner of The Fischer Group, where he is a Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor. For the last three years, he has been named to the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list as a member of The Fischer Group (Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year).** JP started his career in wealth management in 2011, joining first as an intern, then as a Client Associate, and eventually an advisor and partner with The Fischer Group. JP holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® designation, as well as the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor®, CPFA™ designation awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA).

As a member and partner of The Fischer Group, he works with an exclusive group of high net worth individuals, families, and businesses, providing them with a personalized approach to Wealth Management. JP is a South Florida native and a graduate of The University of Miami; in his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, reading and learning about technology and science fiction, and appreciates acclaimed television.
Securities Agent: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Maya Tzur Mosher

Maya has been in wealth management since 2019, after several years in the banking and insurance world. She is an Assistant Vice President with The Fischer Group, helping high net worth businesses and individuals with tailored legacy planning and personalized advice to grow and preserve their wealth. She was named to the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list for the last three years as a member of The Fischer Group (Published on January 12, 2023 Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022).**

Maya is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificant, a designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, CPFATMdesignation awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA). She is a South Florida native and University of Florida Honors College graduate who loves making a difference in her home community. In her spare time, Maya thoroughly enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband and family, performing in and attending theatre productions, watching both college and professional sports, and reading novels.
Securities Agent: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, MA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Rosa Cortiza

Rosa Cortiza has over 30 years in the Financial Services Industry. She has been an integral member of The Fischer Group since she joined as a Client Associate over 25 years ago. Rosa's daily job functions involve being the first line of communication for all client needs.

She is civically engaged in her community and lives in Miami. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, road trips, baking, and spending time with her family.

About Emily LaDow

Emily LaDow brings ten years professional experience to her role as a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs from Florida State University and a Master’s of Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University. Continuous education is important to her which makes the Client Associate role a great fit for her. Emily grew up in South Florida and is raising her family here. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and traveling.
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Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

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Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
2025 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration
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2025 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration

Global growth is likely to slow in 2025 and 2026 as the shock of higher U.S. tariffs crimps demand around the world.

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
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