Debra J Venhaus

Debra J Venhaus
Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (20%-25%), Free Consultation (45 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Hello and thank you for reviewing my AVVO profile. I first began practicing Social Security law during my internship in my law school free legal clinic.... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Great Disability Lawyer”

Posted by: Erin, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: I would highly recommend Debra Venhaus to anyone trying to obtain Social Security Disability. Even if you are not sure you qualify for SSD it is... more
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7 endorsements


Breckan Scott

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Breckan Scott , Yelm (WA), 4 months ago
David J. McCormick

Social security is not for dabblers, and her answers on AVVO show her vast experience in this sometimes complex area of the law. I endorse this lawyer. more

Endorsement from lawyer: David McCormick , Milwaukee (WI), 4 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

19 years since Debra J Venhaus was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 2003 05/18/2013
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Law Office of Debra J. Venhaus, PLLC 2002–present
Associate Attorney at Law Office of Robert A. Friedman 2000–2002
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center Juris Doctorate 1993
Nova University Legal Studies Bachelor of Science, with Distinction (Magna Cum Laude) 1989

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Service Commendation Washington State Bar Association 2010

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2012–present
Member National Organization of Veterans' Advocates 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 39 Legal Answers
4 Best Answers - chosen by asker
39 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
8 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
AIDS Dementia Complex: A New and Necessary Insanity Defense Medical Trial Technique Quarterly 1994

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Veterans Compensation and Pension Veterans Benefits Information luncheon 2013
Contributer to Ethics presentation regarding Subpoenas in Social Security hearings Circuit 9 Conference 2013
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