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4.8 /5.0
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Tracey Nicoll Pate
also known as Tracey Pate, Disability Associates
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I am the founding member and Managing Attorney of Disability Associates LLC. 100% of my practice focuses on obtaining disability benefits for Social Security disability clients. I have over 30 years' experience successfully representing thousands of disabled individuals before the Social Security Administration, the Office of Hearings Operations, the Appeals' Council and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. I have been qualified as an expert witness in the field of Social Security disability law in the Circuit Court of Maryland and am a sustaining member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimant's Respresentatives (NOSSCR). I have a passion for people and the law and am energized when I am able to face a challenge head on.
Social Security disability law is all that I do. I can help you get the benefits that you deserve.
I have over 20 years' experience winning social security disability cases for clients just like you.
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Social Security & Disability
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Awards
2021 2020 2019
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Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 33 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1992
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Posted by Cheryl | June 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Highly recommend Attorney Tracey N. Pate & Staff of Disability Associates for SSI Disability Cases
Attorney Tracey N. Pate accepted my disability case after my initial consultation with her and after being denied for disability twice on my own. My total case from the time I first filed took three years including the hit from the pandemic. However, Tracey never gave up on me and kept encouraging me...
Tracey Pate
Replied last June 16, 2022Cheryl: Thank you for your wonderful review! Our team enjoyed working with you very much and bringing your case to a successful conclusion! We wish you all the Best :)
Posted by Maryann | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Highly recommend for Social Security Disability cases
Tracey is very knowledgeable about the process of applying for Social Security Disability I am so pleased that she won my case which was approved at a hearing. I recommend Tracey and her staff.
Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Professional lawyer and team!
I recently was approved for SSD after a long time of suffering and waiting, but I would not done it without the help of Ms. Pate, what a wonderful and experienced lawyer! My experience with Disability Associates was really great. Mindy, Misti and Tracey were always polite and answer all my quest...
Posted by Peggy | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Best Disability Lawyer Out There
Tracey and her office we awesome helping me navigate all the social security paper work. I would highly recommend her for anyone who needs help with their disability.
Tracey Pate
Replied last March 14, 2021Thank you so much for this kind review! My team enjoyed working with you and bringing your case to a successful conclusion!
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
disability case
Ms. Pate represented me for SSD hearing. She obtained/reviewed all medicals, evaluated case, communicated with me, kept abreast of appointments/ treatments, kept me informed and answered my questions in timely manner. She and staff were professional, friendly, trustworthy and stayed on top of my ca...
Tracey Pate
Replied last January 23, 2021Thank you so much for this kind review. My team and I were so happy that we were able to bring your case to a successful conclusion! Best regards.
Tracey Nicoll Pate's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Tracey and her staff for social security disability cases. Her office is very responsive when we have referred clients. I know she works hard to get the most benefits people deserve."
"Results Oriented approach! Tracey's can-do attitude is essential to winning Social Security cases. She will deliver the results that clients deserve."
Adele Brockmeyer
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tracey Pate's legal expertise is only surpassed by her empathy and passion for her clients. She takes care of each and every one of our referrals as if they were family."
"Tracey is a tireless advocate for her Social Security Disability clients. I highly recommend her."
"Tracey and her staff are experts in every sense of the word. I collaborate with them and refer them clients and they always exceed my expectations. Hire them."
"I highly recommend Tracey Pate as a social security disability attorney. I attended law school with Tracey and have been referring her disability cases for over 20 years. I have referred her over 100 clients over the years and in literally every case the client expressed complete satisfaction with her services. She is smart, diligent and truly cares about each and every one of her clients. Call her today if you need a social security attorney, you would be very pleased with your decision."
"Having worked with Ms. Pate for many years I can personally attest that she and her team practice at the highest level of legal professionalism."
"Tracey and I worked together years ago practicing Social Security disability law. She has since opened her own successful practice. She is a conscientious, skilled, and thoughtful attorney and is respected in the Social Security disability law community."
Michael DeHaven
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I do not hesitate to refer anyone who has a claim seeking comensation for a disabity to Tracey. She truly cares about her clients, and works extremely hard to ensure that they are fairly compensated."
"i send all my friends and clients to Tracey for SSDI cases . She is knowledgeable and caring . i would not hesitate in recommending her ."
"Tracey is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend her for anyone seeking expertise in Social Security Disability Law."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Qualified as an Expert Witness in Social Security Disability Law, Circuit Court for Harford County Maryland
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Managing Attorney, Disability Associates LLC
2003 - 2005
Of Counsel, Law Office of Joan Birmingham
1992 - 2000
Associate, Jenkins Block and Associates
1990 - 1992
Law Clerk, Circuit Court For Baltimore County
Associations
1992 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesSustaining Member
1992 - Present
Maryland Federal Bar Association
1992 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Pusey v. Astrue
Ms. Pusey was awarded Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Neely v. Astrue
Ms. Neely was awarded disability benefits.
Education
1991
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Wake Forest University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2005
Seminar at Sarah's Hope Outreach Center
Obtaining Social Security Disability benefits
Publications
2011
NOSSCR Social Security Forum
Court Remands and ALJs with Low Allowance Rates
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do I do now apply for SSD and how do I do it ?
19 Jan 2021
Q&A
I been denied S.S.I about three times for a prolonged injury.?
06 Jan 2021
Q&A
Should I appeal a Social Security decision to discontinue SSI payments to my autistic son or engage an attorney now?
03 Jan 2021