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Howard J. Bernstein

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 28 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Gaithersburg, MD
Practice Areas: Social Security, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Insurance

The Bernstein Law Offices, 9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Suite 200, Gaithersburg, MD

About Howard

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 50%

I have extensive experience handling Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income claims throughout the country. I have handled thousands of claims. My firm can handle claims at any level, from the initial application to the actual hearing. I have a thorough understanding of the applicable laws and a proven track record in this area of law.

32 years

50%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

I have handled hundreds of consumer bankruptcy claims involving Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. I am up tp date on all the recent laws and have a background in the mortgage and financial industry.

29 years

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

I handle consumer bankruptcy cases and have represented hundreds of clients who have filed for Chapter 7.

29 years

20%
Insurance 10%

I havehandled hundreds of claims for clients who have been denied their long term disability insurance. Most claims are governed by ERISA if the policy was obtained through your employer. If your claim is governed by ERISA, you must file a lawsuit in federal court to recover your benefits. If you are self employed or bought a private long term insurance policy, your claim is most likely governed by the state law in which you reside.

29 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 27 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1998

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

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Howard J. Bernstein

The Bernstein Law Offices, 9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Suite 200, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

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Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2014

Excellent lawyer here!!

Mr.Bernstein is by far the best! I've tried all others such as Eric Shore etc. I can honestly say Mr.Bernstein is compassionate, honest and trustworthy. I've worked with him for the past 2 years and he has won my case! He has been there every step of the way, returning ALL phone calls and handles you...r case one on one not his SECRETARIES like some. I highly recommend Mr.Bernstein take my word for it you WILL NOT be disappointed!!

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Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 18

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"Howard Bernstein is one of the most diligent attorneys I have known. He has a reputation for knowing the law extensively, due to his many years of experience. He uses that extensive knowledge to get the best results for his clients. In addition, he is one of the few lawyers in the country who has significant experience with long-term disability claims."

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Education

1997

District of Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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