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Social Security disability attorney with over 25 years of advocacy experience. Derek S. Cervoni is an attorney who graduated cum laude from Georgetown University and earned his law degree from Suffolk University Law School. Mr. Cervoni enjoys helping people, and is a trusted advocate. The hallmark of Mr. Cervoni’s practice is customer service. He personally works with his clients to apply for benefits, communicates with their treating physicians to obtain medical evidence, and extensively reviews and submits relevant materials to the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) to achieve the best possible outcome. Mr. Cervoni has assisted hundreds of clients with mental and physical disabilities at all stages of the Social Security disability application process. He files the initial application and handles the appeals. He advocates for his clients at in-person hearings before the ALJ, presenting both written evidence and oral testimony. Mr. Cervoni has the ability to simplify a complicated process and make applying for benefits easier and less stressful for the clients he serves.
It is important to note that Mr. Cervoni does not receive a legal fee, unless the client is approved for benefits.
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Practice Area
31 years
25%-25%
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Fax
200 Little Falls Street, Suite 507, Falls Church, VA, 22046
cervonidisabilitylaw.com
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117 Client Reviews
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Posted by Desiree | July 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Experience with Mr. Cervoni
I was referred to Mr, Cervoni when filing my claim for disability. I was not disappointed and was so thankful to his staff and him for helping guide me through the process. All of my inquiries were responded to timely, he explained the process to me in terms I could understand and ultimately repres...
Posted by Dominic | June 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Highly Recommend
I hired Derek's firm to help me through a disability claim. I don't have a lot of experiences with lawyers and Derek was recommended to me by a friend. His firm made the process easy for me, handling much of the heavy lifting. When my court hearing came, arguably the most stressful and daunting po...
Posted by Kim | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Disability Lawyer A+
After my 1st denial, my Mr. Cervoni accepted my case and worked with me very patiently and professionally answering all my emails and calls. Many times he followed up a voice mail with an email. The SSDI process is long and tedious, I would suggest you contact him prior to submitting your initial app...
Posted by Diana | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Winner!
Working with Derek was such a pleasure. He took care of everything for me after I was denied SSDI on my initial application. He kept me up to date during the process and responded to my emails and questions in a timely manor. He made this process stress free for me ( Well Almost ) He obviously could ...
Posted by Asif | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Competent, considerate and responsive attorney
We were referred to Attorney Cervoni by our family lawyer, following a disabling brain injury suffered by our daughter. After a careful consideration and review of the case by Mr. Cervoni and his competent staff, he agreed to represent our daughter and assist with her disability case. His office ...
"Derek is knowledgeable and articulate about disability benefits. But he is also friendly and easy to talk to. I recommend him to lawyers and clients alike."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Derek is one of the top Social Security Disability lawyers in Northern Virginia. He is experienced, highly knowledgeable and well-respected in the field. Add to that his committed and caring personality and you've got one outstanding advocate!"
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Derek. I had a few questions regarding a family member's case and he extended his hand and assisted me with it. His advice was accurate and effective. I would trust him with any client who has a SSA issue. You can trust anything he says about the topic."
"Derek Cervoni is a top notch attorney who is very knowledgeable on the intricacies of Disability Law. He brings a very compassionate enthusiasm as he advocates for his clients."
"I can heartily endorse Derek Cervoni. He is dedicated to helping his clients, and he has the extensive experience needed to give them the highest level of service. If you find yourself disabled, and you want a tireless advocate to handle the entire maze of Social Security Administration paperwork for you, you cannot find a better attorney than Derek to have in your corner."
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Personal injury lawyer
Contracts and agreements lawyer
2014 - Present
Founder and Principal, Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC
1998 - 2014
Counsel, Doherty, Cella & Keane, LLP
2015 - Present
Arlington County Chamber of CommerceMember
2014 - Present
Tysons Corner Chamber of CommerceMember
1997 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1997 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Award
Award
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Social Security disability and SSI benefits
2017
Social Security disability and SSI benefits
2016
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2014
Social Security disability benefits
2014
Social Security disability benefits
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