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Partner at Greene & Marusak, LLC, a small firm focused on the representation of disabled American veterans and their families before the Department of Veterans Affairs.  Visit our website to learn more.

Paige M. De Lotto Ph.D., Esq. graduated from Roger Williams Law School Suma Cum Laude after being in the honors program. She has worked for Motley Rice Law Firm as a Law Clerk and several other attorneys and currently works both independently and in co-counsel with other law firms. Paige is not just an attorney, but holds a doctorate in Industrial / Organizational Psychology, a Masters in Clinical Psychology, is an expert in pre-employment selection testing, statistics, research design and has also worked as a statistical expert witness prior to becoming an attorney. She has extensive background studying medical literature, especially in the areas of Lyme Disease and autoimmune diseases. These experiences expertise enable her to handle employment cases, special education cases, personal injury and medical malpractice cases, as well as many other areas of civil litigation.

Nick draws on his extensive experience safeguarding intellectual property (IP) and mitigating risks across complex global supply chains for renowned brands. He translates this expertise into practical solutions for small businesses and startups, helping them navigate the ever-evolving legal landscape. Nick’s strategic thinking and unwavering tenacity ensure that these businesses can focus on innovation and growth, knowing their business is protected. He is licensed in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and North Carolina.

My areas of expertise are in personal injury/accident law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.  My focus areas are car accidents, truck accidents, bike accidents, slip and fall accidents and general negligence.. I have lived in the Rhode Island and Massachusetts area my entire life. I graduated from Brown University located in Providence, R.I. While at Brown, I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy and American Institutions. Upon graduation from Brown University I then received my Juris Doctorate degree from the Roger Williams University School of Law. Immediately after graduation and passing the Bar Examination in Rhode Island, I then opened my own legal practice and have been at it ever since. I am admitted to the Massachusetts and Florida Bars as well as the Federal District Court for Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

My practice is focused on the defense of transportation companies, retailers, and myriad corporate and commercial enterprises. I also represent leading insurance companies on coverage issues in state and federal court.. In addition, a substantial portion of my practice has involved representing self-insured companies at every stage of trial and appellate practice. As a result, I am especially well-versed with the dynamics of dealing with the relationships among the insured, insurer and counsel to achieve the optimal result.. During my more than 35 years with Higgins Cavanagh & Cooney, I have tried dozens of jury trials in the state and federal courts and have argued numerous appeals in the Rhode Island Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. I am also a court-approved arbitrator for the Rhode Island Superior Court and have served as a mediator for that court since 1996.

My name is Michael J. Zarrella and I have been a criminal defense and DUI defense attorney for 20 years in the State of Rhode Island.  I have been helping people with their legal issues for over 2 decades.  I engage in the legal practice of all aspects of criminal law from petty misdemeanors to capital cases such as rape, murder and robbery.  I have had numerous jury trial victories as well as a successful track record of getting cases dismissed or reduced to lesser charges.. Much of my criminal defense practice deals with drunk driving defense.  I am considered one of the foremost accomplished and experienced attorneys in DUI law in Rhode Island.  Many attorneys often turn to me for complex questions regarding DUI and Refusal cases.  I have a long and illustrious track record of getting DUI cases dismissed or reduced to lesser charges.. If you hire me, I will fight endlessly to get you the best disposition possible.

My name is Attorney Angelina Landi.  I specialize in complicated family court matters including divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, relocation, child support, DCYF and domestic abuse cases.  I have been involved in many cases with complex issues incuding high value asset distribution,  and contested custody cases.  I pride myself on taking a smart, agressive approach that is always focused on getting the desired outcome of each individual client.

Mr. Chisholm is a founding member of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association and served as President of that organization for the year 2002-2003. Mr. Chisholm served as the President of the National Organization of Veterans’ Advocates from 1999 to 2004. Mr. Chisholm’s work on behalf of NOVA resulted in the amendment to 38 U.S.C. § 5904 which now permits veterans to hire an attorney after the notice of disagreement is filed. He has presented at NOVA conferences, CAVC Bar Association Conferences, as well as the CAVC and Federal Circuit Judicial Conferences. He is the first recipient of NOVA’s most prestigious honor, the Kenneth Carpenter Achievement Award for Excellence. Mr. Chisholm was also inducted into the NOVA Hall of Honor in April of 2016 in recognition of a lifetime of dedication, service, and leadership. In 2016, the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) awarded Mr. Chisholm the Hart T. Mankin Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his 25 years of outstanding service to the Court.. Mr. Chisholm has served as appellant’s lead counsel in over 7,500 cases before the CAVC. Mr. Chisholm is admitted to practice law in the following courts: Rhode Island, New York, Massachusetts, United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (1991); Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1995); Supreme Court (1995). In addition, he is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for Rhode Island, the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York, and Massachusetts.

Michael R. McElroy, Esq., is the managing partner of the Providence law firm of Schacht & McElroy. A graduate of the University of Rhode Island, he earned his law degree (with honors) from Boston University School of Law and his Masters Degree in Taxation (with honors) from Bryant University. He is admitted to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Tennessee, as well as various United States District Courts, Courts of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court.. He is a Past President of the Rhode Island Bar Association, a former three-term Chairman of the Superior Court Bench/Bar Committee, and a member of the House of Delegates. He is a Fellow and a member of the Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Bar Foundation. He is a member of the Rhode Island Association for Justice. He is a former Special Assistant Attorney General and was Legal Counsel to the Rhode Island Personnel Appeal Board for 22 years.. Areas of Practice. Public Utility Law. Property Tax Law. Administrative Hearings. Personal Injury. Wrongful Death. Auto and Truck Accidents. Medical Malpractice. Nursing Home Neglect. Real Estate. Trials and appeals in federal and state courts. General corporate and commercial practice. The Rhode Island Supreme Court licenses all lawyers in the general practice of law. The court does not license or certify any lawyer as an expert or specialist in any particular field of practice.. Resume of Michael R. McElroy, Esq.. Helpful Links. Rhode Island Bar Association. Rhode Island Courts. Rhode Island General Assembly. Rhode Island Secretary of State. Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission. Schacht & McElroy - Attorneys at Law21 Dryden Lane, Post Office Box 6721Providence, Rhode Island 02940-6721Phone: • FaxEmail Map & Driving DirectionsConveniently located close to Route 95 with plenty of free parking.. Michael R. McElroy. Seriously Outstanding. only 5% selected each year. visit superlawyers.com

Michael Mineau is an attorney at Kelly, Souza, Rocha & Parmenter, P.C. in Providence, RI. His practice focuses primarily on business litigation, real estate litigation, construction litigation, land use, business law, and employment law.. In 2006, Michael graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH and earned a B.A in Political Science. He then attended Roger Williams University School of Law and graduated with a J.D. in 2009.Michael is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island state and federal courts. In addition, he is a licensed title agent in Rhode Island.  In 2010, Michael was published in Hofstra's Journal of International Business and Law for his article entitled "Pirates, Blackwater and Maritime Security: The Rise of Private Navies in Response to Modern Piracy".

Matt has devoted his practice to handling the legal needs of individuals and their business interests through all stages of life, from basic to sophisticated Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Probate, Trust and Estate Administration, Real Estate, Business Transactions, Business Creation and related litigation.. Matt currently serves as the Probate Judge for the Town of Barrington, Rhode Island.. He appears in probate and superior courts representing executors, administrators, guardians, trustees and beneficiaries. He appears before the Rhode Island Department of Human Services in support of client Medicaid applications.. Matt is a frequent author and lecturer on various topics such as Advanced Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Buying or Selling a Business and The Probate Process.. Matt is a graduate of Providence College and of Roger Williams University School of Law. He is admitted to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Florida, as well as the federal courts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. He is a member of the Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Florida bar associations.

Matt concentrates his practice in labor and employment, professional liability, general liability, contract drafting and disputes, and administrative law. He devotes a considerable portion of his practice to serving clients in the nonprofit and education communities.. Serving as general counsel for several nonprofits, Matt provides advice on incorporation, governance, employment, contracts and contract disputes, liability, and regulatory compliance, as well as representation before state administrative agencies and state/federal courts.. Matt also maintains a significant education law practice, advising school boards and administrators on a myriad of education law issues, including special education, employment, student/staff discipline, government relations, contract law and constitutional law. In addition to representing numerous schools in a variety of matters before state administrative agencies and state/federal courts, Matt also serves as outside general counsel to the Massachusetts Charter Public Schools Association and the Rhode Island League of Charter Schools. He serves on the National Litigation Council for the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools and regularly presents substantive seminars on legal issues affecting charter schools.. Prior to law school, Matt taught 7th and 8th Grade in the North Carolina public schools for four years and has an Advanced Competencies Teaching License for Social Studies Education (Grades 6–12).. Representative AccomplishmentsPersuaded the Rhode Island Supreme Court to order a local school district to reimburse the firm’s client, a local independent public charter school, for tuition payments the district had wrongfully withheld under a mistaken interpretation of state law.Obtained a Superior Court Judgment in favor of a career and technical school regarding school funding.Successfully defended in administrative appeals two schools facing closure by the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.Successfully defended a local education agency in an administrative hearing regarding school choice.Successfully defended a local education agency in an administrative hearing regarding school funding.Successfully defended local education agencies in special education due process hearings.Successfully defended local education agencies and nonprofits before the Department of Labor and Training.Successfully defended schools and nonprofit organizations in administrative hearings before the Commission for Human Rights.He served as one of the primary drafters of the current Rhode Island Charter Public Schools Act.Contributed to revisions to the Rhode Island Regulations Governing the Education of Children with Disabilities, current technical education.Contributed to the RI regulations governing career and technical education.Obtained a $1.2 million settlement on behalf of a client who suffered catastrophic spinal cord injuries while being transported in a wheelchair van to a medical appointment.Obtained a $200,000 settlement for Plaintiff in a case involving bad faith insurance practices.Obtained a $1,300,000 jury verdict for Plaintiffs in a wrongful death case against a municipality.EducationRoger Williams University School of Law (J.D., 2005) Roger Williams University Law Review; Notes and Comments Editor, 2004–2005; Staff Member 2003–2004University of North Carolina at Greensboro (M.Ed., 2002)University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1998)Bar AdmissionsRhode IslandMassachusettsConnecticutU.S. District Court, MassachusettsU.S. District Court, Rhode Island

Mark H. Grimm is the Senior Trial Counsel with Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP. Attorney Grimm has practiced law for more than 25 years. Throughout his legal career, Attorney Grimm has focused on civil litigation, primarily in the areas of personal injury and medical malpractice.. “I wanted a career where what I did would make a difference in people’s lives,” he says. “Being a lawyer allows me to help improve safety and health care for the public while at the same time helping individuals and their families who were injured and in need of help.”. Attorney Grimm has successfully litigated numerous civil cases, obtaining multiple million dollar recoveries on behalf of several clients. He is the author of the chapter “Creating a Discovery Plan” in the professional reference book A Practical Guide to Discovery and Depositions in Rhode Island (2010).. “In general, I help people who through no fault of their own, have suffered injuries and losses that disrupt and sometimes profoundly change their lives,” he says. “I work to provide compensation to those who were injured and, at the same time, make sure the persons who were careless and caused these losses are held accountable for their actions.”. A native of Dewitt, New York, Attorney Grimm graduated with honors from Brown University and from Boston College School of Law. Attorney Grimm has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Roger Williams University School of Law.. “My parents taught me to empathize and be aware of how other people feel and to try to see things from other people’s perspective, not just my own,” he says. “I think this helps in evaluating not only my own client’s case, but also the position of my adversary and the defendant.”. Attorney Grimm said in his experience, a successful legal claim cannot restore someone’s health or make right the loss of a loved one, but can bring much needed assistance and make a difference in improving lives.. He said the attorneys at Marasco & Nesselbush genuinely care about their clients and work hard to take care of clients first and foremost.. He is admitted to the practice of law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, the United States District Court, and the United States Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Rhode Island Association for Justice and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Mark B. Decof is a Senior Trial Lawyer and the Principal Shareholder at Decof, Barry, Mega & Quinn, P.C. As a seasoned personal injury attorney in Rhode Island, he handles medical malpractice, negligence, and product liability cases. Mark has won more multi-million dollar verdicts than any other trial lawyer in Rhode Island. He was named the Personal Injury Plaintiff “Lawyer of the Year” in Providence, RI by Best Lawyers® in 2017 and has been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers® list every year since 2007, amongst many other awards and accolades. Call the firm for a free initial consultation today.

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Kevin D. Heitke, Esq. is an Honors Scholar from The University of Michigan, graduating in 1985 with a B.A. in Political Science. Kevin was accepted into Southwestern University School of Law's SCALE program in 1985 and graduated with his J.D. in 1987.. Kevin worked as an Associate with Morgan, Wenzel & McNicholas in Los Angeles from 1987 through 1990, whereafter he became a partner of Portnoy, Craven & Heitke in Providence, RI, where he concentrated in Family Court and insolvency issues.. Kevin started his own firm in 1996 and added a partner and an associate in 2011. The firm continues to focus on the intersection of Family Court and Debtor/Creditor litigation, obtaining a high number of referrals from attorneys throughout the State relative to this niche area. Kevin was elected to the Burrillville Town Council in 2008 and has served as Council liason to the Zoning Board, Planning Board and Extended Care Program. Kevin also serves as a Board Member on the Austin T. Levy Board of Administration.. Kevin currently serves on the Attorney Advisory Committee to the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Rhode Island.  Kevin also is a member of the Committee's Loss Mitigation Subcommittee.

Kelsey Craveiro is the Managing Attorney of the Veterans Disability Division at Rob Levine & Associates. She practices exclusively in Veterans Disability Law, helping veterans obtain disability compensation benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.. Attorney Craveiro represents veterans through every step of the disability compensation appeal before the VA Regional Office and the Board of Veterans' Appeals in Washington, D.C. This includes evidence development, record research, producing legal arguments, and representation at formal hearings. Her practice is nationwide and she is fully accredited by the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Jude Kerrison represents clients in Worker's Compensation and Personal Injury matters in Rhode Island and Massachusetts as well as Social Security Disability claims.  Jude has obtained successful outcomes and settled many types of Workers' Compensation cases from traumatic injuries including lifting injury and slip and fall injury cases, to more complex cases including death cases, occupational disease cases, stress cases and flow from injury cases. Jude is a patient, dedicated and thorough attorney who takes time to explain the Workers' Compensation process and works with his clients to achieve the best outcome for his clients and their families.. Jude is a member of the Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bars as well as admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. Jude is also a member of the Rhode Island Association for Justice (RIAJ), the American Association for Justice (AAJ), the Newport County Bar Association, and the Ancient Order of Hibernians.. In his personal time, Jude enjoys spending time with his wife, four children and their dog. He also enjoys playing rugby and is an active member of the Newport Rugby Club.

John joined Kelly & Mancini, P.C., Attorneys at Law at its inception to focus on real estate, business, and corporate law in an environment that prioritized the service of its clients and their needs.. John has more than 18 years of experience representing major real estate developers, construction companies and financial institutions in Massachusetts and Rhode Island on such matters as commercial office projects, shopping centers, planned unit and condominium developments (residential and commercial), financing, general and limited partnerships, and joint ventures.. In addition to his real estate, business, and corporate law focus, John assists in the firm’s civil litigation practice as it addresses land use and environmental issues, construction litigation, and shareholder disputes.  On numerous matters, John has been appointed receiver and been involved in business litigation and restructuring various entities in real estate and other areas.. John has worked with Michael Kelly on several reported cases involving real estate, construction and environmental matters.  John also has significant experience in land use litigation, appearing before numerous administrative agencies throughout the state, as well as in federal and state courts.. Additionally, John has a leadership role in the firm’s management, responsible for day-to-day operations, and the firm’s growth plans for the future.  He also is heavily involved in the hiring and mentoring of Kelly & Mancini’s associates and staff.

John E. MacDonald is a trial attorney practicing criminal defense, immigration law and post-conviction relief in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Mr. MacDonald represents clients in state and federal court in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He has aggressively and successfully defended clients charged in every type of criminal case, including capital murder, child molestation, sexual assault, felony assault, domestic assault, patient abuse, bank fraud, mail fraud and wire fraud. He is the former president of the Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. For a review of the prior criminal cases, see Cases.. Mr. MacDonald is the author of Rhode Island Criminal Defense, A Practice Manual (4th Edition), a top rated trial manual used by criminal defense attorneys throughout Rhode Island.  See below.. Mr. MacDonald represents clients seeking permanent residence and naturalization. He practices before the Providence Immigration Office and the Boston Immigration Court. For many clients facing deportation, the only recourse is post-conviction relief; that is, vacating the original conviction in state or federal court. Mr. MacDonald has successfully vacated convictions in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. For a review of prior immigration and post-conviction results, see Cases.. Mr. MacDonald is an honors graduate of Suffolk University Law School (1995) and a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Rhode Island (1990). He is admitted to practice in all state courts in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Districts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts as well as the First Circuit Court of Appeals.. The criminal defense lawyers here have the expertise and experience to successfully represent the accused for crimes from a simple traffic stop to a murder charge. We have represented aggressively and successfully clients facing felony or misdemeanor charges in the state and federal courts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts for cases such as: - Drug Possession - Domestic Assault - Assault and Battery - Sexual Assault - DUI - Molestation - Criminal Fraud. The immigration lawyers of The Law Office of John E. MacDonald, Inc. successfully represent clients at the Boston Immigration Court and Providence Immigration Office. We successfully terminate deportation cases in the Boston Immigration Court. We also help our clients obtain permanent residence through adjustment of status in the United States or consular processing abroad. Clients seeking US citizenship obtain our services to ensure that their petition is filed and approved quickly.. Attorney John MacDonald works with many clients whose immigration status requires vacating a criminal conviction or modifying the sentence. If you or a family member or friend requires post-conviction relief representation in Massachusetts or Rhode Island for the purpose of ameliorating adverse immigration consequences, contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

Jennifer L. Belanger is an Associate Attorney with Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP. She has dedicated her legal career exclusively to representing Social Security Disability claimants. She has successfully represented hundreds of Social Security Disability claimants at all levels of review before the Social Security Administration, the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review, the Appeals Council, and the United States District Court. She is accredited to represent veterans. In 2014 and 2015, Belanger was named a Rising Star by the prestigious Thomson Reuters.. “I became a lawyer because I wanted to work with people and help them navigate the legal system which can seem overwhelming and difficult to understand,” she says. “People seek a lawyer because they have a problem that they cannot solve on their own. I wanted to help these people by understanding their needs and concerns and reaching the best resolution of their problem by correctly analyzing the issues and applying the law.”. Attorney Belanger has always enjoyed working with people and helping others. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a certified nursing assistant and an emergency medical technician.. “These experiences have taught me how to identify issues, listen carefully, and help convey important information to individuals while they are going through a very stressful experience,” she says.. She said her responsibility as an attorney is to take the pressure off the client by dealing with potential issues and developing a strategy to accomplish our goals. She emphasizes the importance of good communications with clients to achieve the best outcomes.. She says the attorneys and staff of Marasco & Nesselbush are a close knit group who like and respect each other, and their emphasis is on working hard and improving the lives of clients.. Attorney Belanger is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association’s Social Security Disability Committee, the Rhode Island Women’s Bar Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives.. A native of Terryville, Connecticut, Attorney Belanger graduated Summa Cum Laude from Elmira College and received her Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law. She is admitted to the practice of law in Rhode Island and in the United States District Court

Jennifer A. Barry first joined Decof, Barry, Mega & Quinn, P.C. in 1997. After leaving for a brief period, she rejoined the firm in 2011 with her husband Patrick C. Barry. For a time, she dedicated her practice to assisting the firm’s trial lawyers with professional liability actions related to the RISDIC credit union crises before focusing on torts, catastrophic injury, medical negligence, and wrongful death. Jennifer is an experienced personal injury lawyer in Rhode Island and has earned an AV® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest peer-review rating possible, every year since 2010. Call the firm today for a free consultation.

Jason Knight is a licensed attorney in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to practice in the Rhode Island Federal District Court. He is a former Rhode Island State Prosecutor with years of experience litigating criminal cases.. Jason earned his law degree from Suffolk Law School in Boston, Massachusetts in 2005. Between 2006 and 2010, Jason served as a Special Assistant Attorney General with the Rhode Island Department of Attorney General. During that time, Jason prosecuted hundreds of cases involving all manner of criminal conduct such as DUI and breathalyzer refusals, domestic violence, narcotics possession and trafficking, weapons charges, sexual assaults, child molestations, and homicide. Jason has been in private practice since 2010 and represents the rights of individuals in the courts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts daily.. Jason is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association and the Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is a contributing author of “A Practical Guide to DUI in Rhode Island” published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. Jason also lectures other lawyers on criminal law matters, law and technology issues, and is a regular guest speaker at the Roger Williams Law School criminal defense clinic.. Before becoming a lawyer, Jason was an enlisted nuclear propulsion technician in the United States Navy. After the Navy, Jason earned his undergraduate degree from Emerson College in Boston and worked for years as a theatrical production manager in the city’s performing arts community.. Jason lives in Barrington, Rhode Island with his wife and two children. Jason is also a member of the 2010 class of Leadership Rhode Island.. #rhodeislandlaw #rhodeisland

Jane R. Duket is an associate attorney with Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP. Since joining Marasco & Nesselbush, Attorney Duket has devoted her legal career to representing medical malpractice victims and personal injury clients.. As a dedicated advocate for the rights of the injured and disabled, Attorney Duket works with her clients to achieve the best outcome for her clients and their families.. “Most people don’t ever think about needing a lawyer unless something bad happens,” Duket says. “Specifically in our line of work, clients are calling when they are vulnerable, injured, frustrated, and overwhelmed.  We assist them step by step during this vulnerable time, advocating for their needs and making sure that in the end, we succeed in achieving the best possible resolution for them given their situation.”. She said what distinguishes Marasco & Nesselbush from other firms is the high expectation of client-oriented service including availability to clients.. Before going to law school, Attorney Duket, a native of Newton, Massachusetts,  worked as a child advocate in the Boston area, and in the field of community development and outreach in Chicago. It was during this period of her life that she realized how many people are unable to advocate for themselves and their families.. “I wanted to take my ability to advocate one step further and get my law degree,” she says.. Attorney Duket received her undergraduate degree from Boston College in 2004 and graduated cum laude from Roger Williams University School of Law in 2010. She is admitted the practice of law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.. She is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, Rhode Island Association for Justice, Women’s Bar Association, and National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives.