Thomas Carter O'Brien

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Thomas Carter O'Brien

5.0
69 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Insurance, Military Law

2629 Sandy Plains Road, N.E., Suite 102, Marietta, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Thomas

Biography

Denied SSI, Disability, LTD, or VA benefits? Starting a new claim? Get expert help from O'Brien & Feiler!

Denied Social Security disability benefits or starting a case? Our firm can help.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 80%

This portion of my practice centers around securing SSI and RSDI benefits for clientele, and in many cases securing retroactive medicaid benefits that will pay their bills back to the date of their original sickness.

22 years

80%
Insurance 15%

Ensuring proper payment is made by insurance companies to Physicians and Facilities.

22 years

15%
Military Law 5%

Securing Veterans (VA) Service-Connected Disability Benefits (and other related benefits) for Veterans and their families.

17 years

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 1 year

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 5 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2020

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 21 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2004

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

O’Brien & Feiler

2629 Sandy Plains Road, N.E., Suite 102, Marietta, GA, 30066

obflegal.com/

Online Presence

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Thomas Carter O'Brien's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best law firm ever

Hi I want to stated That using this law firm is the best when ever I call at least 85-90 percent of the time they answer the phone and can get help from others! They got me my SSID for $905.00 a month this is amazing I recommend 100/10 if you ask me!

Posted by Sara | December 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you for Representing me

Thank you, I can not thank you enough for all the time and patience you took with me. Answe tr ing my questions and just lettong me know you had it under control. Thank you for representing me in my court hearing. I highly recommend this firm. Thanks again for helping me win my case.

Posted by Darryl | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome Lawyer

We would highly recommend Mr. O'Brien and his paralegal, Tracy. Mr. O'Brien was very professional and compassionate and he thoroughly prepared me for my court date. He answered all of our questions every step of the way. Tracy was very helpful too. We could not have had a better attorney!

Posted by Jameica | January 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent service

I would absolutely recommend anyone that Is in need of a lawyer to contact O'Brien and Fowler! Mr O'Brien was very professional gave great advice and has the best team working with him in assisting him in every case! Mrs. Tracy was just amazing at answering any questions that i had! Always responded... quickly and professionally and Very understanding to my needs..I don't know about anyone else but i received help from the best! I absolutely appreciate Mrs Tracy and Mr O'Brien for everything that they've done for me! Thank you!

Posted by Anthony | March 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazingly Helpful

I'm very lucky to have him. Him and his entire office made applying for Disability survivable. I don't know what I would have done without him.

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Thomas Carter O'Brien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Kleinman

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I wholeheartedly endorse Thomas O'Brien and feel he is the top Social Security Disability attorney in the State of Georgia. Thomas has been my mentor in this field for for years, and I know first hand that his knowledge and experience is unrivaled. Just as importantly, Thomas is an expert in clearly communicating his message to clients and judges, using his expertise in the most user friendly way possible. Thomas always goes above and beyond for his clients and his staff, and also has impressive skills in developing technology that greatly enhances our practice and makes us a cut above. If you have a disability claim, you are in good hands with Thomas O'Brien."

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Christopher Conway

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Thomas on several matters. He is an excellent lawyer who treats each client with respect and obtains great results for them. Thomas goes above and beyond for his clients. He is an excellent attorney."

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Susan McCoy

Insurance lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas O'Brien. I had a medical billing insurance question and I couldn’t find an answer for my client after having spent hours reading through case law to find the answer. Through a google search, I found that Thomas had taught a seminar on the very same topic and I reached out to him and called. Not only did he return my call, but he spent 35 minutes on the phone explaining the law to me and helping me get past the place where I had been previously stuck. I am most appreciative and would feel confident referring clients to Thomas, as he is very knowledgeable and most helpful."

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Michael Deeb

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. O'Brien in a professional capacity for nearly 10 years. Mr. O'Brien sets the standard for attorneys in his highly specialized SSD/SSI and VA Benefits practice. His attention to detail, knowledge of the law, and dedication to his clients is truly unparalleled. I unequivocally recommend and endorse Mr. O'Brien."

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L. Adams-Carter

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Thomas O'Brien personally. He is energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about his work."

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Michael Moebes

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tom. I am confident he'll take good care of a client I've helped on a workers' compensation claim when it's time to file for Social Security Disability."

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Lloyd Feiler

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas truly cares about his client in addition to his impeccable preparation. To date, Thomas has been successful in every hearing he has litigated. He is a true asset to this firm,as well as to the legal profession."

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Joe Queen

Insurance lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Thomas is one of those rare lawyers who not only delivers outstanding results for his clients but also believes in what he does. His work starts with a genuine compassion for every person who comes to his firm looking for help. It is always a pleasure to work with someone who understands how to win in the right way. He has professional integrity and is a great guy."

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Laura Lanzisera

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas O'Brien is an experienced social security and veterans benefits attorney. He is a dedicated and caring attorney who will get his client the best result possible. I endorse him highly."

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Erik Broel

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Thomas for many years and I have always been impressed by his dedication to his clients and his knowledge of the areas of law in which he practices. Thomas is an outstanding attorney and I am always happy to refer friends to Thomas because I know that they are in good hands."

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Michael Kleinman

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Kathrina Biassou

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Christopher Conway

Personal injury lawyer

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L. Adams-Carter

Family lawyer

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Michael Moebes

Workers compensation lawyer

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Joe Queen

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Laura Lanzisera

Workers compensation lawyer

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Erik Broel

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

2014 Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

1999

Inductee, International Honor Society in Economics, Omicron Delta Epsilon

1999

Inductee, FMAI National Honor Society, Financial Management Association International

N/A

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1997 - 2005

Finance / Network Management, Aetna

1996 - 1997

Associate Financial Analyst, Prudential Healthcare

Associations

2011 - Present

Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

Admitted

2010 - Present

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Accredited Attorney

2005 - Present

Georgia Healthcare Financial Management Association

2005 - Present

Georgia Medical Group Management Association

2005 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives

Supporting Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Sample of Legal Cases

T.M. vs U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Fully Approved for TDIU Benefits (Full disability compensation)

D.M. vs U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Fully Approved for TDIU Benefits (Full disability compensation)

Social Security Disability Case

Fully Favorable

Social Security Case

Fully Favorable

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Education

2004

Georgia State University

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

1999

Fairleigh Dickinson University

MBA

1996

University of Notre Dame

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2018

Healthcare Solutions - Free Training Center Medicaid Eligibility - A New Look at Hospital In-sourcing

2015

Fox 5 I-team Investigation Delays in Disability

2013

Patient Financial Services Training

Basics of SSI and Disability Eligibility

2012

MA Regional Leadership

Integrating Disability Services with Hospital Medicaid Eligibility

2011

Rockdale Physician Office Association

Introduction to Georgia Medical Reimbursement Law

2009

Georgia HFMA Spring Institute

Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement

2009

Georgia HFMA Fall Institute

Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement

2008

North Fulton MGMA Quarterly Meeting

Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement

2008

Georgia MGMA - Third Party Payor Forum

Out of Network Billing: Legal & Financial Challenges, Perspectives, Strategies

2008

Georgia HFMA Summer Symposium

Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement

Publications

2010

Georgia MGMA Online Information Georgia Medicaid Fiscal Agent Conversion Information

2010

News from MAG (Medical Association of Georgia) Georgia Preparing for EDS/HP Medicaid System Conversion

2010

Musings on Social Security Compassionate Allowances - More to come?

2006

Georgia MGMA Progress Notes Managed Care Contracting and the Physician Practice

Languages

English

Spanish

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