Elliott Denbo Andalman

Elliott Denbo Andalman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Silver Spring, MD
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits

8601 Georgia Ave, Lee Plaza Suite 206, Silver Spring, MD

About Elliott

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Employee Benefits 100%

represent employees both in private sector and federal sector on disability benefit (LTD, STD, DI, ERISA, and disability retirement (FERS) claims. Also handle related disputes as well as life insurance and medical insurance disputes.

32 years | 200 cases

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1988

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in Mississippi for 52 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1973

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Andalman & Flynn, PC

8601 Georgia Ave, Lee Plaza Suite 206, Silver Spring, MD, 20910-3437

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Elliott Denbo Andalman's Reviews

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18 Client Reviews

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Posted by LC | August 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Client

I was very satisfied with my lawyer, Mr. Elliott Andalman. Mr. Andalman won my disability claim on an appeal. Mr. Andalman is knowledgeable, experienced, a good listener, non-judgmental, helpful, kind, patient, and easily reachable. Mr. Andalman took time to thoroughly explain the process, answer que...stions, and prepared all documents in a timely matter. I would highly recommend lawyer Elliott Andalman. I am very grateful for his excellent job!

Posted by Chuck | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

FERS Disability Retirement from Utah

Elliott and his staff won my case! Thank you again for all your help with my case. Elliott and his staff were outstanding to work with during this trying time for me and my family. I have a number of physical issues that hit me all around the same time, as well as complications from one of my four... surgeries I had within a four month period of time. I quickly exhausted all my sick and annual leave, leave donated to me, and also had been on three months of leave without pay. I was a U.S. Air Force program manager with a heavy workload. My team covered for me while I was out of the office and did a great job, but someone needed to be in my position doing the job on a daily basis. After learning that my primary care doctor, surgeon, and civilian doctor on base would support my disability claim, I did a search on-line, found, and contacted Andalman & Flynn. Elliott and his staff were very understanding and supportive through the entire process. It was a trying time for my family and me to include the financial strain of missing so much work without pay. My health issues and financial burden created a lot of stress for my family and me. Elliott and his team were always available to answer questions, and even just talk when I needed them. I never waited longer than 24 hours for an email response or a returned call. Elliott and his team let me know every step of the FERS disability retirement application process and gave me an approximate time-line of the process from beginning to end. My case took approximately 10 months from start to finish. Understanding all cases are different and that some are decided in a shorter time or longer. My case was about the average time it takes to complete. Again, Elliott and his team were all over my case and even though this was a stressful time with all my health issues, I was at peace knowing they were always there for my family and me. My wife and I both appreciate the outstanding service, empathy, and support Elliott and his team displayed toward my family and me during this process. I thank Elliott and his team again for all they have done for my family and me, and I highly recommend Andalman & Flynn to anyone looking for an outstanding and experienced firm in the field of disability law. Thank you Elliott!

Posted by Alan | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Savior at Law

Hired Elliott for his legal experience with Federal Disability Retirement (FDR) claims, after researching OPM's application process. My initial consultation with Elliott and his paralegal Zubaidah exceeded expectations. The FDR process involves multi-agency forms, evaluations and approval. Intimi...dating, overwhelming and confusing. Elliott and Zubaidah put me at ease; they would manage every legal step of the FDR labyrinth. No smoke and mirrors. Never had a warm and fuzzy with the legal profession, but Elliott is human. Empathetic, yet no nonsense. Zubaidah communicated with me on every step of the process. Smart, knowledgable and supportive. My FDR claim was approved with the initial submission to OPM.

Posted by KIM | April 17, 2013 | Employee Benefits

ELLIOTT ANDALMAN REVIEW

I came to Elliott Andalman for assistance with my Federal Disability Retirement and Social Security cases. I had tried to handle these at first on my own with no success and then hired another attorney who was a complete scam and lost my reconsideration (Harris Federal Law Firm based in Kentucky). ...We had pretty much given up at that point. We were emotionally and financially drained. Then my husband found Andalman & Flynn on the internet. That's when everything changed. We first talked with Mr. Andalman and his WONDERFUL assistant, Zubaidah Haamid, on the phone and the compassion and empathy from both of them were overwhelming. They gave us new hope and strength. They immediately took over my cases and handled everything. Any questions or concerns were answered promptly, thoroughly and with kindness and compassion. We also loved that Zubaidah not only would explain the current step, but also prepared us for the upcoming steps. Elliott and Zubaidah won both of my cases. They made a very difficult process seem simple and never made us feel like a burden. We would STRONGLY RECOMMEND this law firm.

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2013 | Social Security Disability

Top Notch

I came to Mr. Andalman after a very bad experience with another firm. Mr. Andalman assigned Zubaidah in his office to assist him with my case. They were always available for questions and always showed concern. Based on my dealings with the other firm on the same case, I can tell you that Elliott and... Zubaidah are at the top of the list for handling disability cases. Everything happened just as they had extensively explained it to me. They were in contact with the medical professionals that handle and know my health. They ultimately won my Social Security and Federal Disability cases. I am sincerely thankful to have found their firm. They are many miles away, but it made no difference to the outcome of my case. I only wish I had found them sooner.

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Jonathan Katz

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 22

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"Elliott is a smart and kind lawyer. That is a great combination in connecting with clients and serving them well. I endorse Elliott."

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Michelle Prikhodko

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 16

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Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 02

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2004

Top Lawyers, Washingtonian Magazine

Associations

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, Disability Benefits Law Section

Founding Co-chair

American Trial Lawyers Association, Social Security Disability Section

Executive Committee

2003 - 2004

American Trial Lawyers Association, Social Security Disability Section

Chair

Education

1973

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Stanford University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

NOSSCR Seminar

Vocational Experts Are Your Friends

2007

NOSSCR Seminar

Disability Retirement Benefits for Federal Employees and Postal Workers: An Overview

2003

MTLA Young Lawyers Seminar

Pre-Litigation Handling of Personal Injury Cases: Case Selection, Investigation, and Settlement

2002

NOSSCR Seminar

Federal Disability Retirement Benefits: The Nuts And Bolts Of Representing Clients On Claims For Federal Disability Retirement Benefits

2001

ATLA 2001 Annual Convention

Work After Disability

N/A

NOSSCR Social Security Disability Law Conference

Interplay of Social Security Disability and Long Term Disability

Publications

2003

Vol. 13. No. 10/11 MWELA Monthly Newsletter Disability Benefits Programs Summary

2002

ATLA Social Security Disability Law Section Newsletter, Vol. 5, No. 1 Update on Judicial Review and Additional Evidence at the Appeals Council

2002

ATLA Social Security Disability Law Section Newsletter, Vol. 5, No. 1 laimant has the Burden of Proof to Show That Drug Abuse or Alcoholism is Not Material to The Finding of Disability

2002

ATLA Social Security Disability Law Section Newsletter, Vol. 5, No. 1 Interplay of Social Security Disability and Long Term Disability: Application Timelines

2001

ATLA Social Security Disability Law Section, Vol. 4, No. 2 Proving the Onset of Disability in Social Security Disability Claims

2000

The Law Clerk Building the Record Before the Appeals Council in Social Security Disability Cases

1974

45 M iss. L.J. 43 Effective Counsel for Persons Facing Civil Commitment: A Survey, A Polemic, and A Proposal
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