Stephan John Freeman

Stephan John Freeman

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 44 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Social Security, Military Law

685 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Stephan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 90%

36 years | 2,500 cases

90%
Military Law 10%

This is a new area of law for me and includes service connected claims and appeals, individual unemployability and non-service connected pensions.

19 years | 10 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

20%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 44 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1981

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Stephan John Freeman

685 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 337013601

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Stephan John Freeman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kelli | December 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great at what he does!

I had been suffering in pain for over two years and also denied social security disability twice before hiring Mr. Freeman. He was knowledgeable, upfront, honest and to the point as to how things would go moving forward with him. Just when I thought I'd never get my disability approved, Mr. Feeman ma...de sure I got it. He is awesome at what he does. If your looking for representation look no further.

Posted by Elizabeth | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely the Best Lawyer in the Tampa Bay Area

If you're dealing with a disability issue and need a lawyer to help you get your Social Security benefits, your best bet is to contact Mr. Freeman and retain him as your lawyer, he's absolutely the best. My husband passed away last July and in addition to the immense sadness I was going through, I w...as also at a loss of what I would be able to do, and if I could receive windows disability social security. I'm disabled and have never dealt with applying for SSD because I had heard so many bad stories about people losing their cases after years of trying, but with my husband gone I had no means to support myself financially and decided that I'd better get a lawyer and just hope for the best. I decided to retain Mr. Freeman and am forever grateful that I did, because rather than just hoping for the best, I got the best!! In addition to being a wonderful lawyer, Mr. Freeman is also a wonderful person. He took my case and was available for me anytime I had a question or was confused about the paperwork that Social Security needed me to fill out. I recall that at one point, after I had already sent Social Security copies of my marriage certificate, they sent me a letter of denial for my widows disability case, saying that my husband and I were never married. I called Mr Freeman in tears, not only had I just lost my husband of 23 years, but now they're saying that we weren't married!! Mr. Freeman calmed me down and said he'd take care of it, which he did. I have never in my life had to deal with a lawyer, and never needed one as much as I did during this terrible time in my life, like I stated before, he's the best!! I'm so thankful that Mr. Freeman was my lawyer, fighting for me to receive the benefits I was entitled to, and ultimately winning my case for me. The paperwork and proof about my disability, that he submitted to the Judge showed how thorough Mr. Freeman is at his job. The day before my hearing, the Judge called Mr. Freeman and said there would be no need for the hearing, that all of the paperwork and evidence for my disability case was perfect and I was granted a full favorable decision regarding my widows disability case. Due to the Covid situation, I never had the chance to see Mr Freeman in person, but if given the chance, I would of wanted to give him a giant hug of gratitude. Thank you Mr. Freeman, Mrs. Freeman and your team of experts, I don't know what I would do without having you on my side. May God bless all of you.

Posted by Shannon | August 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

First and best choice.

Stephen Freeman helped me file my disability case quickly and with total transparency. I was able to win my case and I definitely recommend Freeman and Freeman to anyone looking for very considerate and thorough help with their social security cases.

Posted by Susan | June 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Look no further

I couldn’t have made a better choice with Mr. Freeman. His knowledge is outstanding. His staff is very professional and always available to answer any questions or concerns I had. I am very pleased with the result of a positive decision. Thank you. Definitely recommend!

Posted by Patrick | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST DECISION EVER

After losing my job to a debilitation injury, I was extremely fortunate to find the Freeman and Freeman law firm in St. Petersburg. i wasn't very positive about my chances of receiving Social Security Disability Benefits, especially since I had already been denied once. Stephan Freeman met with me ...and was extremely upfront and honest about what he could accomplish for me. He had faith during times when I didn't. Hiring Stephan was the single best decision I made during this ordeal. I am very grateful for his services and ability to win on my behalf. He knows his stuff when it comes to Social Security Disability.

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2006

Pro Bono Award, Community Law Program

1999

ProBono Family Law Award, Community Law Program

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Freeman & Freeman

Associations

2005 - Present

Board of Trustees Suncoast Center for Community Mental Health

Chairman

1991 - Present

NOSSCR

Member

1981 - Present

St Petersburg Bar Association

Member

Education

1981

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

law

1978

Emory University

B.A.

Languages

English

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