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Thomas O’Brien is a highly regarded attorney focusing on disability and insurance law. As President of O’Brien & Feiler, he leads a team dedicated to helping disabled individuals secure Social Security Disability and SSI benefits. His firm also represents medical providers in obtaining insurance payments from Medicaid, Workers’ Compensation, and liability insurers.
An authority on Social Security Disability and SSI, Thomas regularly educates legal and medical professionals on Medicaid eligibility, liability claim resolution, and related topics. He collaborates with attorneys in fields like Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation to assess the impact of their cases on benefit eligibility. His website offers extensive resources for disability applicants and their counsel. Thomas’s work has been featured on Fox-5 Atlanta and in Stars and Stripes. He is AV Rated by Martindale, Superb rated by Avvo, and has been recognized as a Superlawyer starting in 2020.
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State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2024
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State: Alabama
Acquired: 2020
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 2004
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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by David | July 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Outstanding and Highly Recommended
When I first decided to file for SSDI, everyone told me I needed a lawyer. I had never hired a lawyer before so I asked my parents for advice. They set me up with a disability attorney who was a friend of a family friend. I thought I’d be fine. Unfortunately, a few weeks before my scheduled hearing, ...
Posted by Danny | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Excellent, professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and honest. THANK YOU! I am forever grateful.
Excellent! I was in a very bad situation, I filed the case myself and was rejected, then hired an attorney specialized in SSDI. I thought he and his team were take care of it for me. Only, I was surprised by the 1st attorney’s paralegal just 2-3 days before the hearing, he fired me and told me tha...
Posted by Angela Michelle Klemm | March 03, 2015 | Social Security Disability
FINALLY - Approved -Thanks to Mr. O'Brien
The wonderful reviews Mr. O'Brien had was what originally led me to contact his office. I wasn"t interested in one of those "smoozy" t.v. attorneys. I had already been denied twice. I contacted his office on line and Mr. O'Brien contacted me although he was on vacation, now that's customer service! J...
Posted by David | February 11, 2015 | Social Security Disability
Very happy with the outcome of my case
I have an autonomic disorder, and I applied for SSD benefits back in 2012. I was eventually denied and contacted Mr. O'Brien's firm to help me with my appeal. (I just Googled for firms that were close to my North Georgia home, and looked for good reviews. I don't think I found this site, however.)...
Posted by Brenda | November 17, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Highly Recommend
After I was restructured out of a job, I retained Thomas O’Brien to review my severance package contract. Most of it seemed straight forward, but I wanted it looked over by a lawyer before signing. I’m glad I did. Thomas found several points of concern, which could potentially restrict my ability to ...
"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."
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."
"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."
"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."
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."
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."
"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."
"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."
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."
"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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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
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Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
1997 - 2005
Finance / Network Management, Aetna
1996 - 1997
Associate Financial Analyst, Prudential Healthcare
2011 - Present
Court of Appeals for Veterans ClaimsAdmitted
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’ RepresentativesSupporting Member
2004 - Present
State Bar of Georgia
Fully Approved for TDIU Benefits (Full disability compensation)
Fully Approved for TDIU Benefits (Full disability compensation)
Fully Favorable
Fully Favorable
2004
Doctorate of Jurisprudence
1999
MBA
1996
BBA
2018
2015
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Basics of SSI and Disability Eligibility
2013
2012
Integrating Disability Services with Hospital Medicaid Eligibility
2011
Introduction to Georgia Medical Reimbursement Law
2009
Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement
2009
Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement
2008
Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement
2008
Out of Network Billing: Legal & Financial Challenges, Perspectives, Strategies
2008
Legal Tools and Techniques for Securing Proper Medical Reimbursement
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