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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 Ashley | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
A Disability Lawyer that Actually Cares
Being a relatively younger individual diagnosed with multiple rheumatic diseases, it was hard trying to find a lawyer to take me seriously or even take my case. One of the lawyers I encountered prior to Mr. Cervoni referred me to him. I’m very grateful she did! Derek is an awesome communicator and tr...
Posted by Barbara | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
High recommend
Derek and his office provided excellent guidance through the process of applying for SSI for my son. His thorough knowledge of what is required to be submitted, enabled us to have a complete package the first time through. He is extremely easy to work with and very responsive to questions, whether ...
Posted by Deb | December 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Great experience!
I've learned 2 things as the parent of a special needs child. 1) There are a lot of brick walls to be knocked down. 2) When someone else already knows how to knock them down, ask them for help! Such was the case with our SSI application and Derek Cervoni. He walked us through how the process woul...
Posted by Tiffany | August 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
SSI Disability Benefits
Mr. Cervoni helped us secure SSI for our special needs adult son. He kept constant communication, quick to follow up and clarify, persistent until the end. Highly recommend.
Posted by Kent | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Great Attorney for SSI Disability
I want to thank Mr.Cevoni for helping me through the SSI filing process. Mr. Cevoni was always there when I had a question or a concern about my case from star to finish. I was never left in the dark with the process. He keep me updated on what was going on with my case and what I needed to do a...
"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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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
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Award
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Social Security disability and SSI benefits
2017
Social Security disability and SSI benefits
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Social Security disability benefits
2014
Social Security disability benefits
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