Bonny G Rafel

Bonny G Rafel

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 42 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Florham Park, NJ
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits

17 Hanover Road, Suite 410, Florham Park, NJ

About Bonny

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employee Benefits 100%

We represent consumers seeking long term disability benefits under group employer plans and individual policies. We provide guidance during the initial stages of filing for disability, file appeals on denied cases and file lawsuits for our clients to obtain disability benefits wrongfully denied. Clients are provided personal service by Ms. Rafel and her team of six wonderful paralegals including a nurse paralegal.

29 years | 900 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 42 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1983

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Location

Law Offices of Bonny G Rafel

17 Hanover Road, Suite 410, Florham Park, NJ, 07932

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Bonny G Rafel's Reviews

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32 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mike | December 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

As a physician I highly recommend Bonny Rafel

From my first consultation I knew that I was in the right office. Bonny and her paralegal Michael immediately put me at ease. They carefully reviewed my situation and assisted me with making my claim successful. My claim was approved in a fraction of the time I had anticipated. The office was orga...nized and efficient. Fees were reasonable and my questions and emails always answered in a timely manner. I highly recommend Bonny Rafel for disability claims assistance.

Posted by Richard | June 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Great Attorney!!

I was not sure I qualified for disability or how to go about it. Bonny and her staff guided me through all of the steps. My application was approved in a very timely fashion, thanks to Bonny Rafel!!

Posted by Paul | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

"Super Lawyer" is a understatement !!!!

After becoming disabled in 2014 , I began receiving disability benefits from my company plan, only to be denied a few months later and be treated like a "shut out" by the insurance, even though my doctors and tests supported my disability. They just told me file an appeal and would give me no furth...er instruction or information. I did some research and found Bonny Rafel and her team has a really good background for helping my case. From my first meeting with Bonny , Alison and Eileen, I found her team very focused, professional and they had the expertise I needed, not to mention on a personal level they put me at ease- right down to petting her dog, who sat by me, I felt like I had walked into a friends office . Bonny and her staff immediately respond to questions and concerns. After Bonny and her teams hard work on the appeal for my denial it took not even a month and decision reversed !!!!! If you are lucky enough to have Bonny Rafel take your case , you are getting a first class top shelf service . She is beyond a "super lawyer" and an amazing caring person as well . She has made my disability less stressful now that I can proceed with less financial burden.

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2015 | Social Security Disability

Positive results oriented law firm...two thumbs up!

Ms. Rafel (and her staff) won my case for me...the entire firm worked hard to get my benefits properly assigned after losing my ability to do my job last year. I couldn't be more satisfied with the results I received from their services, and the firm continues to serve as my liaison to my benefits ca...rrier. Ms. Rafel's firm exudes competency, confidence, and fortitude. I HIGHLY endorse their services.

Posted by Rich | April 29, 2015 | Social Security Disability

Bonny Rafel is a first class disability attorney

If you ever find yourself in the unfortunate position of having a life changing disability and need someone who will advocate for you and maximize your rights then you will be glad that you engaged Bonny Rafel to fight for you. She maintains an excellent staff of extremely helpful and knowledgable s...upport people who will always make sure you get answers when you need them. I had nothing but great results and my matters were handled promptly and professionally.

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Bonny G Rafel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nan Gallagher

Employee benefits lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bonny is an exceptional lawyer who is skilled in her areas of expertise. She brings a personable and thoughtful approach to client representation. I highly endorse her."

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Talia Ravis

Employee benefits lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bonny Rafel is one of the most accomplished disability lawyers in the country. She is both a zealous advocate for her clients, and an educator for her peers, frequently lecturing on disability insurance at seminars around the country. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Rafel as one of the nation's leading disability advocates."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner, Bonny G. Rafel LLC

1983 - 2004

Partner, Hack, Piro, O'day, Merklinger, Wallace & McKenna

Education

1983

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD

Speaking Engagements

2020

Morris Essex Small Firm Networking Group Breakfast

Practice Pointers on Protecting Your Client's Investment in Disability Coverage.

2018

Newe Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Insurance and The Disabled: The Interrelationship of Disability Claims

2016

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claims Workshop

2015

Society of Financial Service Professionals

Latest Trends in Disability Claims- A Primer

2015

New Jersey Bar Association

Overcoming Barriers and Succeeding as a Disabled Attorney

2015

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claims: The Basics

2013

New Jersey Bar Association

Insurance Coverage Boot Camp: Disability and Health Insurance

2013

New Jersey Bar Association

Insurance Coverage Boot Camp: Disability and Health Insurance

2011

Current Trends in Own Occupation Disability Claims

Current Trends in Own Occupation Disability Claims

2010

Woman Lawyers

Effective Negotiating Strategies

2010

New Jersey Bar Association

What Employment Lawyers Need to Know About Disability Law

2009

American Law Institute

Disability Claims in a Down Economy

2009

American Law Institute

Disability Claims in a Down Economy

2007

American Trial Lawyers Association

Women and the Law, A Roundtable Discussion

Languages

English

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