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Kenneth Gormly

Kenneth Gormly Attorney at At Law
1119 Tacoma Avenue South
Tacoma, WA 98402
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Phone: (253) 274-0500 | Fax: (253) 272-0446
http://www.gormlylaw.com

Tacoma Area Social Security Representation

Types of Cases
Qualifications
Work History
Personality & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Government

Preferred New Clients

My practice is limited to the representation of individuals on claims for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income.

Sub-Topics

Social Security Disability

DAC (Disabled Adult Child Benefits)
DWB (Disabled Widows and Widowers Benefits)
Individual Disability
SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance)
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)

Bar Admissions

WA, Oct 1983
Bar Number: 13729

Other Court Admissions

Washington, Federal District Court

Association Memberships

Washington State Bar Association; Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association.

Continuing Education

I obtain 15-30 hours of continuing legal education every year in the field of Social Security Law.

Example Cases

All of my cases are significant to the individual client and involve personal representation and advocacy before the Social Security Administration.

Education

School:

University of Puget Sound

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Tacoma

State:

Year:

1983

Honors:

Graduated Cum Laude

Focus and Accomplishments:

Law

School:

University of Puget Sound

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts

City:

Tacoma

State:

Year:

1980

Focus and Accomplishments:

Majored in Business Administration

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

Washington

Firm Focus and History

I began practice in 1983 and represented my first Social Security client in 1984. For several years I was engaged in the general practice of law including a variety of areas. By 1995 my practice had evolved to the point that I began exclusively representing Social Security clients.

Previous Employment Summary

I have been a solo practitioner for the past 23 years.

Activities and Awards

Several times a year I provide on-site in-service training on Social Security Law to healthcare facilities and social service agencies and organizations.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

This can be helpful to the client and assist them in understanding the process within which they are involved.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

On occasion I am asked to review Social Security applications and related documents. I am amenable to doing so.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I have provided assistance and advice to individuals representing themselves. I am willing to do so, but it depends on the nature of the client and the complexity of the issue.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I wanted a challenge in a field where I could help people solve problems in their lives.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

Early in my career I worked as an Attorney at a state hospital for the mentally ill. This helped me understand how devastating serious health problems can be to people.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

My specialty evolved over the years as I represented people with disabilities. These people are often the least able to help themselves and deserve representation and advocacy of their rights.

What do you like best about your career?

Successfully helping a disabled person obtain the benefits they need and deserve.

Tell us about your law firm:

My assistant is personable, knowledgeable and diligent.

What are your strengths and style?

I believe my unique strength is that I truly enjoy what I do; I believe this makes me a better attorney.

My style is to give personal, respectful, hands-on attention to each and every client.

Personal Interests:

I tremendously enjoy time with my wife and two children. We actively live life together and pursue a variety of recreational activities.

Office Manager/Assistant

Madision

Fax

(253) 272-0446

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Foreign Languages

None

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Fees are regulated by the Social Security Administration. In the vast majority of cases there is only a fee if the case is won. If so, the fee is 25% of the clients past due benefits, to a maximum of $5,300.

Hourly Rates

Fees are regulated by the Social Security Administration.

Free Initial Consultation?

I provide free consultations.

Typical Retainer