also known as The Bishop Law Firm
Kimberly Blackwell (maiden name) was born and raised in Salisbury, North Carolina. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her Law Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 2008, she married her husband, Malcolm F. Bishop, III. In 2012, she changed her name to Kimberly D. Bishop.
Kim is a strong advocate for the rights of the disabled and worked in the past for the North Carolina Department of Justice. She is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives. Kim is admitted to practice in the Eastern and Middle Districts of the United States District Court. She is also a NC State Bar Board Ceritified Social Security Disability Law Specialist.
Kim has wanted to be a lawyer since she was nine years old. It was her dream to be able to help people live better lives. She lives this dream every day at the Bishop Law Firm by representing Social Security Disability claimants. She currently lives in Raleigh and enjoys reading, dancing, and playing with her two dogs.
ADMISSIONS
• North Carolina State Bar
• United States District Court – Eastern District of North Carolina
• United States District Court – Middle District of North Carolina
EDUCATION
• J.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law, 2007
• B.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 2004
CERTIFICATIONS
• North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Social Security Disability Law Specialist
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• North Carolina Advocates for Justice
• National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
• North Carolina Bar Association
• North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys
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Acquired: 2008
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8374 Six Forks Rd STE 101, Raleigh, NC, 27615
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Posted by Earlene | July 23, 2015
Attorney Bishop helped me with my disability case, and she won the first go round. I had a 5 month waiting period, and then my disability sent me back pay. Thank you Kim Bishop and staff for winning my case.
"A lawyer and law firm with YOUR best interest in mind and where the client is paramount. Skilled attorneys prepared to advocate for the client's needs. I endorse this lawyer."
"Kimberly is a tireless advocate for her clients. She is thorough, compassionate, and knowledgeable."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has excellent experience in the Social Security Disability area. I have referred clients to her and know she will do a good job for them."
"I endorse this lawyer.Kimberly Bishop is an excellent attorney. She is dedicated to helping people qualify for benefits in need. She writes excellent articles and produces valuable and informative videos that I often share through my social media forums because they include important high quality content beneficial to those in need. Her communications are always professional, positive, and informative. I endorse Kimberly Bishop, Raleigh NC Social Security Attorney."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kimberly Bishop of the Bishop Law Firm in Raleigh, NC is one of the most dedicated, caring attorneys you could find to help you succeed in applying for, and receiving social security disability. If you are tired of fighting for your SSDI and SSI disability benefits alone, and worried about your family’s future now that you are too sick to work, or are considering filing for early retirement because you are disabled, then Kimberly Bishop can give you the help you need right now. Someday you will look back and know that calling The Bishop Law Firm was one of the smartest choices you ever made."
"I fully recommend and endorse Kimberly Bishop of The Bishop Law Firm for anyone seeking assistance in obtaining Social Security Disability benefits in the Raleigh, Cary, Durham and surrounding areas in North Carolina. All Kimberly handles is Social Security Disability cases. By selecting only one area of law, it permits her to have extensive knowledge and experience in these types of cases. Kimberly helps clients at all stages of the disability process including the initial application through appeals to federal court. Many attorneys will terminate their representation if they lose before an administrative law judge. Kimberly is a skilled, experienced, strong and vocal advocate for the disabled, for her clients as well as her community."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Kimberly Bishop is a professional and experienced lawyer concentrating her practice in Social Security Disability law. She cares not only about keeping up with the law but also about keeping the interests of her clients foremost in her mind. I endorse Attorney Bishop on Avvo without reservation."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kimberly Bishop is persistent and very knowledgeable about Social Security law and procedures. Folks in Raleigh should call her before anyone else. I endorse this lawyer."
"Kimberly is a well respected member of the legal community and has devoted her entire practice to Social Security disability. She is a valuable resource to her clients and colleagues, as well as in her contributions to this forum."
"Kimberly Bishop is a caring, compassionate and effective advocate for clients who are disabled. I endorse this lawyer."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kim does a great job for her clients"
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
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2009 - 2013
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2009 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
2009 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2009 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar Association
2007
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