Kathleen Mary Dotoli

PRO

Kathleen Mary Dotoli

also known as Kathleen Dotoli, Kathy Dotoli

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Toms River, NJ
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security

225 Washington Street, The Cottage, Toms River, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kathleen

Biography

Providing effective and courteous legal counsel to Jersey Shore residents for over 25 years. Workers' Rights are Human Rights.

Experienced and courteous legal representation of your Social Security Disability case.

Experienced and courteous legal representation of your Workers' Compensation case.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 75%

31 years

75%
Social Security & Disability 25%

31 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-33%

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kathleen M. Dotoli, LLC

225 Washington Street, The Cottage, Toms River, NJ, 08753

lawofficeofkathleenmdotoli.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Kathleen online.

Kathleen Mary Dotoli's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

Posted by Michael Purdy | February 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent disability attorney

Kathleen and her paralegal, Chelsea and the rest of her office staff very professional and was a great help to me getting my disability approved. I would highly recommend her services to anybody in need.

Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and gets the job done

Kathleen is very professional. She takes care of her clients with a personal touch. Her team is very attentive. I am very grateful for all they have done for me.

Posted by anonymous | September 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you need a Disability Lawyer, I recommend Kathleen Dotoli.

Kathleen Dotoli and her staff are very kind people. They explain everything to you so you can understand what to do and expect. The process was long and hard, but they never stopped pushing on my case for me. Chelsea took many calls from me and was always very kind and patient. Kathleen never stopped... she took it all the way. I am very gratefully for all they did for me.

Posted by John | August 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

PROFESSIONALISM AT IT'S BEST!

We found Kathleen through a new neighbour of ours. What a Blessing! Her Expertise, Compassion & Staff are Truly Second to None! We truly are so grateful for all her knowledge and compassion and forever grateful for all she has done for us. THIS IS THE ATTORNEY YOU WANT REPRESENTING YOU! Kathleen, C...helsea and staff, we thank you from the bottom of our veste and look foward to recommending you to others! Thank you Again!

Posted by Stephanie | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the best

Kathleen is a wonderful, no games, tell it the way it is awesome attorney. She is 100% on the ball with your case she makes you feel like you are the only client she has because you have 100% of her attention at anytime that you need her!

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Kathleen Mary Dotoli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Colleen Clark

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathleen Dotoli is the lawyer you want in a workers compensation claim. She is very experienced and has helped thousands of clients with their workers compensation claims. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Straffi

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is a caring, knowledgeable and zealous advocate for the disabled and injured. I highly recommend her law firm!"

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Charles Vuotto

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kathleen. She has a social security and workers' comp law practice and has been trying cases for over two decades. She is not only a highly intelligent and strong advocate, but approaches issues with common sense and practicality."

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Christine Matus

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dotoli is the consummate professional. She is so well-versed in Worker's Comp. and takes care of her clients with a personal touch. I highly recommend her."

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Sandra Guage

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Dotoli is an outstanding attorney who puts the needs and desires of her clients first. She is highly respected by her colleagues and the Judges she appears before on a daily basis. She is a champion for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leddy

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathleen is a hard-working, compassionate and extremely intelligent attorney. I would highly recommend Kathleen to any individual with a work-related injury."

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Jennifer Armstrong

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathleen is a highly experienced and compassionate advocate for injured and impaired individuals. Well versed in workers' compensation law and social security law. I highly recommend her and I endorse this lawyer."

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Colleen Clark

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Christopher Leddy

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

10 Best Social Security & Disability Law Division, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

10 Best Social Security & Disability Law Division, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2016

10 Best Social Security & Disability Law Division, American Institute of Legal Counsel

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Attorney, Law Office of Kathleen M. Dotoli

2002 - 2014

Attorney, Kushinsky Dotoli & Gans LLC

1999 - 2002

Attorney, Law Office of Robert Olkowitz

Associations

2017 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Trustee

2017 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Pro-Bono Committee

2015 - Present

American Red Cross - Southern NJ Division

Board Member

2013 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2009 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Foundation

Member

2009 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Chair Elect

2009 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member, Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial

2006 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Co-chair, Workers' Comp Committee

Education

N/A

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Fairleigh Dickinson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Seminar

Workers' Compensation: Your Legal Rights

2015

Rebuilding After Sandy

Contractual Considerations When Choosing a Contractor After Storm Sandy

2015

Continuing Legal Education

Social Media & Litigation

2013

Continuing Legal Education

Medicare Portal Usage

2011

Continuing Legal Education

Origins of NJ Workers' Compensation

Publications

2015

Ocean County Woman Filing A Workers' Compensation Claim; Is It Necessary?

2015

Ocean County Woman Don't You Dare Pay for Medical Bills Associated with Your Workers' Compensation Claim

2015

Ocean County Woman Will You Qualify For Social Security Disability?

2014

Ocean County Woman Filing A Workers' Compensation Claim: What are the benefits?

Languages

English

Activity

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