Derek S Cervoni

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Derek S Cervoni

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 28 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Falls Church, VA
Practice Areas: Social Security

200 Little Falls Street, Suite 507, Falls Church, VA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Derek

Biography

Social Security disability attorney with over 25 years of experience. Call for a free consultation.

Social Security disability attorney with over 25 years of experience. Call for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

If you are disabled from performing substantial employment, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.Contact our office today for a FREE consultation. We will evaluate your case and inform you of your eligibility. We handle claims in all 50 states. Having an experienced Social Security Disability attorney on your side can make a big difference in your case.

31 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 27 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1999

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1997

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 28 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1997

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC

200 Little Falls Street, Suite 507, Falls Church, VA, 22046

cervonidisabilitylaw.com

Online Presence

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Derek S Cervoni's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

117 Client Reviews

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Posted by Desiree | July 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

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...ented me before my appeal before the judge. He was extremely knowledgeable and treated me with respect during the entire process.

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Cervoni Disability Law

Mr. Cervoni and his firm represented me for a disability insurance claim related to mental illness. He was able to have the ALJ’s unfavorable decision vacated through the Appeals Council which is very difficult to do. Mr. Cervoni and his firm were able to present the documentation to SSA on my behalf... so that my case was given a fair and thorough review. I would highly recommend Mr. Cervoni to navigate your claim through an application process that can be frustrating without an experienced advocate.

Posted by Michele | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

The best choice I could’ve made!

After using another company to file for my social security disability and being denied benefits several times, I finally smartened up after almost four years and hired Mr.Cervoni. Let me tell you...it was a decision I should’ve made years ago had I been better informed. Mr. Cervoni agreed to take on ...my case despite my complex medical history and from the beginning, was always very compassionate, well-informed, and responsive. Mr. Cervoni prepared me for my hearing as best he could and even with an assigned judge who frankly said he “didn’t believe someone so young could be so sick”, we won the appeal. I owe it all to Mr. Cervoni and I would recommend him and his law firm one hundred times over if I could! If you’re debating hiring an attorney, please take my advice and hire Cervoni Disability Law... the only regret I have is that I didn’t do it sooner.

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Excellent Support for Complex Disability Case

Derek Cervoni helped me win my complex disability case with great care and skill. After several years of denials, he took over my final appeal, explained the steps, and worked with me to make each submission complete. Nothing slipped through the cracks and he used whatever my doctors provided to ma...ke the best possible case. After years of increasing medical problems and denials it was very comforting to have a positive outcome. Thank you Mr. Cervoni!

Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2022 | Appeals

Cocky and Rude!

Cervoni likes easy open close cases. He lost his interest in me as soon as I mentioned it was my second time filling. I now have another attorney who is not afraid of real work and who is not afraid of appeals.

Derek Cervoni

Replied last August 03, 2022

Thank you for recently contacting our office. I am sorry you felt that way after our conversation. We care very much about anyone who contacts us for possible assistance, including you. In explaining your situation regarding your claim and in your answers to my questions, I attempted to make your options clear. If not, please call back so we can clarify.

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Derek S Cervoni's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Bilton

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Steven Bergeron

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!"

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Sadredin Mahmoudi

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."

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Philip Chung

Administrative law lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Mort

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Daniel Bilton

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Steven Bergeron

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Founder and Principal, Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC

1998 - 2014

Counsel, Doherty, Cella & Keane, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Arlington County Chamber of Commerce

Member

2014 - Present

Tysons Corner Chamber of Commerce

Member

1997 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1997 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Social Security disability hearing

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Social Security disability hearing

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Education

1996

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Georgetown University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Arc of Northern Virginia Transition Series

Social Security disability and SSI benefits

2017

Arc of Northern Virginia First Fridays Futures Planning

Social Security disability and SSI benefits

2016

Kennedy Krieger Institute Supplemental Security Income benefits

2016

Insight Memory Care Dementia 101 Bootcamp Social Security disability benefits

2016

2014

INOVA Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic

Social Security disability benefits

2014

INOVA Diabetes Clinic

Social Security disability benefits

Languages

English

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