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James Ratchford
About James
Biography
After my experiences at some large firms, I've come to deeply believe in the importance of individual relationships between lawyers and clients. Getting to know you and your unique circumstances will enable me to provide you with the personalized service that suits your particular case or legal need.
When I'm not working on my clients' needs, you'll most likely find me on a bike or in a kayak. I'm a big believer in extreme achievements and in doing things that others find intimidating or impossible, like expedition adventure races and steep whitewater descents. I live by two simple mottos: always move forward, and conquer fear. Those key lessons got me through law school as well as my service in the US Navy and countless adventures and obstacles small and large.
In law school, I studied as diverse a range of topics as I could get my hands on. Today, I apply all of that knowledge and my nine years of experience in Social Security to giving my clients the individual service and attention they deserve and working toward getting each client the best possible outcome.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Social Security & Disability
100%
17 years | 400 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 125-275 per hour
Contingency
20%-30%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 11 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of James Ratchford
37 Franklin St., Ste. 1000, Buffalo, NY, 14202
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Posted by Jeff | September 30, 2014 | Partnership
Great Personal Service!
James helped me out with starting a non profit corporation, and a new business partnership contract. He is really knowledgeable in all aspects of law, and has a tremendous knowledge of SSD cases. His personal service and attention to detail, as well as good nature make him a great lawyer!
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Experience
Work Experience
2011 - 2014
Claimant's Advocate, Schwartzapfel Lawyers
2008 - 2011
Non-Attorney Representative, Binder & Binder
Associations
2014 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2013
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers