Top best Social Security Lawyers in Portland | 24 available
24 Social Security lawyers are available in Portland, California. These lawyers are rated between 3.9/5 to 4.3/5 and 56% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $46 to $66 per hour.
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$151 - $419
46% - 66%
3.9 - 4.3 ★
FAQs - Social Security Lawyers in city Portland How many Social Security lawyers actively serve residents of Portland, Oregon? Approximately 74 licensed attorneys focus on Social Security across Portland, Oregon. Most matters are filed through the Oregon District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Social Security lawyers in Portland, Oregon? In Portland, typical rates range from $178-$369 per hour for Social Security. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $2861 and $6921, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Social Security matters usually take in courts near Portland? Social Security cases in Portland, Oregon usually take around 5-14 months depending on complexity and the Oregon District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Social Security cases for people living in Portland, Oregon? Residents of Portland typically see Social Security filings handled by the Oregon District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Social Security? About 44% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Social Security, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
24 Social Security Lawyers Found Near You
Scott Sell was born in Minnesota in 1980. Early in his life, Scott worked in the building trades and as a foundryman at a production bronze foundry. He graduated from Marlboro College in Marlboro Vermont with High Honors after attending with a scholarship for the study of social justice. Between college and law school he worked as an outreach worker for people experiencing mental illness and homelessness.. Scott attended Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon with a Law Merit scholarship. During law school, Scott worked in the disability section of Thomas, Coon, Newton and Frost. He also represented the state in community court proceedings as a clerk for the Multnomah County District Attorney’s office. Scott graduated law school Magna Cum Laude.. Before returning to Thomas, Coon, Newton, and Frost, Scott served as the Senior Clerk for the Honorable James C. Egan at the Oregon Court of Appeals.. Scott exclusively represents disabled people seeking long term disability benefits from private insurance companies and the Social Security Administration. Scott has successfully represented hundreds of disabled people in administrative hearings and federal court actions.. Scott lives in Southeast Portland with his wife and two children. He is a committed bicycle commuter.
Lisa Porter grew up in Southern Oregon. She was raised by a mother with diagnosed Multiple Sclerosis. After high school, Lisa became a lead paralegal for eight years for a handicapped attorney. From an early age, Lisa understood the day to day struggles of those with disabilities whether at home or in the work place. Because of this, Lisa developed a strong passion for helping those with disabilities. She went on to graduate from Lewis and Clark Law School in 1995. At the same time, she held a clerkship with former Plaintiff's Firm, Pozzi, Wilson, Atchison where she focused on workers compensation appeals, personal injury, and Social Security Disability. After working as a corporate attorney/account executive managing large class action lawsuits, Lisa began a solo practice. In her practice as Johnston Porter Law Office, Lisa continued to offer legal services in the areas of Workers Compensation, personal injury, and Social Security Disability. She also realized many of her clients struggled with financial difficulties and so a portion of her practice was devoted to consumer protection and bankruptcies. In 2011, Lisa began developing her practice more exclusively in the Social Security Disability arena. She joined David Lowry Law Offices' disability practice. In 2011, Lisa partnered with Melissa Kenney to form the law firm, KP Law, LLC, which merged with retiring attorney , David B. Lowry's, law practice. KP Law is a disability benefit rights firm that offers legal services in Social Security Disability, disability rights education, and public policy advocacy on behalf of disabled citizens primarily in the Pacific Northwest. The firm also teams up with other Disability attorneys and law firms in providing hearing level representation as well as appellate research and brief writing in Social Security Disability cases from Appeals Council to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. KP Law is now one of the premier law firms in Social Security Disability in the Northwest.
Jim was born in Chicago in 1949. He worked as a construction laborer, apprentice plumber, dishwasher, golf caddy, and parking attendant during high school and college. He graduated from Yale University in 1971 and the Lewis and Clark Law School in 1977, having served as Editor-in-Chief of the law review. He spent a year as a law clerk to the Hon. Robert C. Belloni in Federal Court before beginning private practice.. Jim has devoted his practice since 1978 to representing individuals, labor unions and non-profit public interest groups against government agencies, employers and insurance companies. He is a past chair and long-time member of the Oregon Trial Lawyers association Amicus committee. He has taught at Lewis and Clark Law School and speaks at conferences for lawyers on punitive damages, product liability, appellate practice, social security and the coordination of public and private disability benefits. Jim is a member of the Bars of the Oregon Supreme Court, United States Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and United States District Court. He has served on the boards of the Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Oregon Environmental Council, Portland Sustainability Commission, and Community Cycling Center.. He performs irregularly at Artichoke Music. Jim and his wife Cheryl live in Northwest Portland and ride their tandem bike to work.
- Adept at sizing up situations, systematicallyanalyzing facts and developing alternative courses of action to achievesensible solutions.. - Considered a clear and effective oral and writtencommunicator with the ability to concisely interpret complex laws, regulationsand court opinions, using a common sense approach.. - Blessed with extensive experience in effectively working with clients andcolleagues from diverse backgrounds, allowing him to be a good listener.. - Well-versed in client counseling, claim analysis, case preparation, and hearing and appeal representation.. - Aware that while the journey is challenging,successful outcomes for his clients are particularly rewarding.. - Recognized for formingquality relationships quickly and instilling a high level of confidence among those with whom he interacts.. -Acknowledged as a self-starter with aninvolved style of leadership.. -Most of all, thankful for all I have, including my awesome familyand wonderful friends.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Social Security attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.