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David Gantt
also known as Social Security Disability & Personal Injury Lawyer
About David
Biography
David Gantt is an Asheville based Social Security Disability and Workers’ Compensation Lawyer. He has over 30 years of experience representing injured and disabled clients throughout western North Carolina. At the David Gantt Law Office in Asheville, he offers clients knowledgeable and compassionate representation as he pursues compensation and benefits for workers' compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injuries.
Though he is a Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation, his primary focus is in the area of disability and acquisition of Social Security Disability Benefits for clients eligible for assistance, despite being denied those benefits by the government. David also represents people who have been catastrophically injured in accidents and on the job through every aspect of those types of cases. Call David Gantt for your FREE CONSULTATION today.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
65%
45 years | 5,000 cases
Personal Injury
20%
45 years | 250 cases
Workers Compensation
15%
45 years | 850 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in North Carolina for 44 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1981
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Location
Law Offices of David Gantt
82 Church St, Asheville, NC, 28801-3622
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Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Greatest team in western NC
We thought the odds where against my dad when it came to trying for his disability. But he hired David an from the very beginning David thought we had a good strong case. Well he was right. We wond my dad's case!!!! This team is a fine team of professionals I recommend them to any an all of my frien...
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Replied last November 21, 2022Thank you for your recommendation. We are so glad to have been of service. All the best, David Gantt and the Team at David Gantt Law Office
Posted by Jeremy | January 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Very good at what they do.
They helped me recover from a work related injury to my complete satisfaction. They are very knowledgeable, professional, thorough and compassionate, and I would absolutely recommend with no reservation.
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Replied last July 14, 2022Thank you very much for this recommendation. We are very glad that you were satisfied with our service and your outcome. Best, David Gantt and staff
Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Outstanding law firm!!
My sincere appreciation to David Gantt and his staff. They led me through the disability process with compassion and very professional, impressive knowledge. They were never too busy for my questions and ALWAYS returned my calls in a very timely manner. This process was for my son and I was so a...
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Replied last July 14, 2022Thank you for this review and recommendation of the services we provide. We are glad we were able to help your family. Best wishes, Everyone at the David Gantt Law Office
Posted by Kelly | December 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Mrs. Kelly Reaves
David Gantt and his staff handled my disability claim and they were excellent. I highly recommend him, he is the best in Western North Carolina.
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Replied last December 11, 2019Thank you so much for leaving this review and recommendation. We are glad you are pleased with the service and outcome you received.
Posted by Kurt | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
David Gantt Won My Case
When I applied for Social Security Disability I saw no reason that I would need a lawyer since my case seemed clear. It wasn’t until the second rejection that I realized that I had no idea how the system worked. A couple of local lawyers I had contacted suggested that I talked to David Gantt about my...
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Replied last October 07, 2019Thank you for leaving such a comprehensive review. We are happy that you received the kind of attention you expected and the outcome you needed. We are very thankful to have other attorneys in the area rely on our firm sufficiently to send their clients are way and we are glad to be able to help.
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Experience
Honors
2023
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Selected to Best Law Firms, U.S. News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
2021
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Selected to Best Law Firms, U.S. News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
2020
Selected to Best Law Firms, U.S. News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
2020
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Listed in Super Lawyers, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Selected to Best Law Firms, U.S. News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
2018
Listed in Super Lawyers, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Listed in Super Lawyers, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2017
MLK Humanitarian Award, MLK Association of Asheville & Buncombe County
2017
Asheville Workers' Compensation Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Legacy Award, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy
2017
Lawyer of the Year, Workers’ Compensation; Asheville, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Environmental Political Leadership Award, Sierra Club
2016
Greenway Hero, Friends of Connect Buncombe
2016
Leaders in the Law, Elon University and NC Lawyers Weekly
2016
Minnie Jones Social Justice Award, Western North Carolina Community Health Services
2016
Champion of Buncombe County Animals, Asheville Humane Society
2016
Liston Ramsey Award, WNC 11th Congressional District Democrat of Year
2016
Outstanding Elected Official, American Planning Association- NC Chapter
2015
Best Lawyers, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2015
National Trial Lawyers Top 100, National Trial Lawyers
2015
WNC Elected Official of the Year, Mountain True
2015
Martindale Hubbell Client Distinction Award, Martindale Hubbell
2015
National Advocates Top 100 Lawyer, National Advocates
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in NC, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in NC, American Society of Legal Advocates
2012
Stepp Labor Leader Award, WNC Central Labor Council
2011
Environmental Excellence Award, Asheville Greenworks
2010
Super Lawyers, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2010
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Leadership Award, Sierra Club
2009
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, American Trial Lawyers Association
2009
Super Lawyers, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2007
Citizen Lawyer Award, North Carolina State Bar Association
2007
Friends of the River Award, RiverLink
2006
RiverWise Award for French Broad River preservation, RiverLink
2005
Centennial Award for Community Service, North Carolina State Bar Association
2005
Circle of Excellence Award for Community Leadership, CASE
2004
Charles Campbell Regional Leadership Award, Land of Sky Council
N/A
Board Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1982 - Present
Managing Partner, David Gantt Law Office
Associations
2011 - Present
Meals on WheelsPolar Bear Jumper
1996 - Present
Buncombe County Board of CommissionersChairman
1990 - Present
NAACPLifetime Member
1981 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
28th Judicial District BarMember
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Former Board of Governors
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
Member
Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee
Board Member
NAACP
Lifetime Member
United Way
Board Member
Eblen Charities Foundation
Board Member
2012 - 2012
March of Dimes Walk for BabiesChair
2008 - 2012
NC Employment Security CommissionBoard Member
2008 - 2012
Mountain Resources CommissionBoard of Governors
2008 - 2008
Disability Advocate Section of NC Advocates for JusticeChair
2004 - 2012
Asheville Airport AuthorityAuthority member
2000 - 2008
Metropolitan Sewerage DistrictBoard Member
Education
1981
Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
American Bar Association
Cross Exam of Medical Expert in Social Security Disability Hearings
2013
Annual Meeting in Asheville
Regional Partnerships
2012
Annual Meeting in Pittsburg, PA
Benefits of Open Spaces
2010
North Carolina Paralegal Association
Social Security Law for Paralegals
2010
North Carolina Industrial Commission
Workers' Compensation Ethics
2010
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Why practice Social Security law?
2010
75 anniversary celebration in Roanoke, VA
Economic benefit of Blue Ridge Parkway
2009
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Basics in Social Security Law
2006
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Where do I find Social Security Rules and Regulations?
2006
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Basic Social Security Benefits
2003
North Carolina Bar Association
Ethics in Worker’s Compensation Cases
2003
North Carolina Bar Association
Damages in Worker’s Compensation Cases
2003
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Social Security Regulations
2002
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Intro to Social Security law
2001
North Carolina Bar Association
All Star Trial of Sex Harassment Case
1999
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Interpreting Social Security Language for Beginners
1998
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Social Security Jargon for Beginners
1996
Wake Forest University
Ethics in Worker's Compensation Cases
1996
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Social Security Language Made Easy
1995
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Social Security Administrative Mistakes and Remedies
1994
Wake Forest University CLE
Ethics from the Plaintiff's Worker's Compensation Perspective
1993
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Advanced Worker's Compensation and Ethics
1991
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
Farmer's Right of First Refusal
1991
National Business Institute
Trying the Automobile Injury Case in North Carolina
Publications
1996
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers Magazine
Woodson Workers' Compensation Case
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers