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Richard A. Sly
Richard A. Sly Attorney at Law
1001 SW Fifth Avenue
Suite 310
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: (503) 224-0436 x211 | Fax: (503) 226-1227
http://www.richardsly.com
Social Security claims attorney with 30 years success.
Legal Topic
Government & Environment
Preferred New Clients
Disabled clients who are medically unable to work.
Sub-Categories
Administrative Law
- Hearings & Adjudication
- DAC (Disabled Adult Child Benefits)
- DWB (Disabled Widows and Widowers Benefits)
- Individual Disability
- SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance)
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Bar Admissions
OR, Sep 1963
Bar Number: 63074
Specialty Certifications
I emphasize the practice of Social Security Disability law. The Oregon State Bar and Oregon law do not allow me to declare that practice as a certified specialty.
Other Court Admissions
Oregon, 1963
U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon, 1963
U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1980
U.S. Supreme Court, 1971
Association Memberships
Oregon
Continuing Education
I exceed the Oregon State Bar's mandatory continuing legal education requirement of 15 hours per year.
Example Cases
I represent clients who have made Supplementary Security Claims or Social Security Disability Claims (SSD), also known as Disability Insurance Benefit Claims (DIB). This includes investigating medical issues, submitting paperwork, going to hearings, and occasionally going to the U.S. District Court. Often, my clients are referrals from various social workers and past clients.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
Willamette University School of Law
City:
Salem
State:
OR
Year:
1963
Honors:
With Honors
Focus and Accomplishments:
Editor, 1960 - 1963
Degree:
Bachelors Degree
School:
University of Oregon
City:
Eugene
State:
OR
Year:
1957
Focus and Accomplishments:
Business
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Oregon
Firm Focus and History
If you have filed a Social Security Disability (SSD) claim, or are considering filing for benefits because of a debilitating disorder or injury, there is something very important you have to keep in mind: Do not give up! I am attorney Richard Sly, and at my Social Security claims law office, I have helped hundreds of injured and disabled people successfully process initial claims and successfully appeal a claims denial.
If you are considering filing a Social Security Disability, Disability Insurance Benefit (DIB) or Social Security Income (SSI) claim, or if you have had your initial claim denied, contact the Portland Social Security disability attorney's offices of Richard A. Sly to schedule an appointment to meet with me. Let me help you get the benefits you have coming to you.
Social Security Claims Representation
Initial claims
Denied claims appeals
Social Security Disability (SSD) or Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Social Security Insurance (SSI) claims
Request for reconsideration
Request for hearing
Request for review
Inadequate evidence appeals
Federal court appeals
Richard A. Sly, Attorney at Law, in Portland, Oregon, represents clients facing Social Security Disability and Disability Insurance Benefit issues throughout northwest Oregon, southwest Washington, including communities such as Beaverton, Gresham, Salem, Newberg, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Wilsonville, Tualatin, The Dalles, as well as Social Security Disability issues in Vancouver Washington.
Counties: Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Washington County, Columbia County, Yamhill County, Hood River County and Wasco County.
Previous Employment Summary
Multnomah County Oregon Office of the District Attorney
State of Oregon Department of Justice
Bloom, Marandas & Sly, Attorneys at Law
Black & Apicella, Attorneys at Law
Myatt, Bolliger & Hampton, Attorneys at Law
Activities and Awards
Social Security Disability Law
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Clients should become as generally familiar with the laws as they can; they should more particularly be familiar as best they can with the legal issues they're currently dealing with. They must, however, be very careful not to assume that the legal knowledge they have is accurate or complete. Ideally, clients should get as much information as they can as a vehicle to use my more expert services.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes, often.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I do help those who need to represent themselves, but in a limited scope and cautious manner.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I was taken by a famous judge's observation that lawyers became lawyers because they didn't know what else to do. Also, my grandfather was a lawyer.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
The experience of wandering around the earth...hitchhiking the world...has made me a more observant person in general. My professional experience also helps me.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
It was a natural evolution, as I was already engaging in trial work and injury work.
What do you like best about your career?
I like best helping people and that I'm still able to be successful helping people.
Tell us about your law firm:
My firm consists of myself, Richard Sly, my loyal and long-suffering secretary, Fran Slossar, and my newest secretary Amanda Hall, who has been helping Fran to not as much. We practice primarily a Social Security Disability practice. We are located in Portland, Oregon, and represent Social Security disability clients in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington before the Social Security Administration, their Office of Hearings and Appeals, the Appeals Council and the United States Courts.
I additionally engage in a Workers' Compensation litigation and hearing practice involving Oregon on the job injuries and occupational diseases.
The cornerstone of any success I may enjoy is hard work, diligence, and the quality relationship which I try to maintain with clients. Clients are treated with respect concerning their needs, goals, and objectives.
My work as an advocate is generally done on a contingency basis, meaning I am paid attorney fees only if I win your case.
What are your strengths and style?
I have the ability to create solutions and improvise (like a jazz musician) during the hearing and litigation process.
I'm improvisational.
Personal Interests:
Jazz and golf.
Office Manager/Assistant
Fran Slossar; Amanda Hall
Fax
(503) 226-1227
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
After hours by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Contingency fee only.
Hourly Rates
Only under certain circumstances.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, all initial consultations are free.
Typical Retainer
Contingency fee only.
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