Nick Anthony Ortiz
About Nick
Biography
My law practice focuses on disability law and personal injury law. I handle Social Security disability and SSI claims at all levels of the administrative review process, including the initial application, the request for reconsideration appeal, the request for hearing appeal; the hearing before an administrative law judge, and appeals before the Appeals Council. I also handle claims where insurance companies wrongfully deny Long Term Disability and/or Short Term Disability claim. Such claims are governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, or ERISA.
I also handle all aspects of personal injury law for injuries suffered in the State of Florida. These types of claims include, but are not limited to: automobile or car accidents; motorcycle accidents; truck accidents; slip and fall accidents; trip and fall accidents; wrongful death claims, and other injuries due to the negligence of others.
I am licensed to practice law in all Florida state courts; the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
If you need help getting your SSI Benefits, have been denied disability or have a Disability appeal, let us help you. If you are in need of an experienced car accident attorney, give us a call for a free consultation.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
21 years | 100 cases
21 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
100%-100%
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Licensed in Texas for 8 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Ortiz Law Firm
316 S Baylen St, Ste 590, Pensacola, FL, 32502
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Nick Anthony Ortiz's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 20 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Adam | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
An Expert on your side
I am from New Jersey. I had a very particular issue that I called lawyers around the country to get an answer to. My outreach to Mr. Ortiz was met by a responsive and professional office which is so important. Ultimately. Mr. Ortiz scheduled time to speak to me and share his expertise and perspec...
Posted by Steven | August 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney
All he does is disability but does not go all the way up on disability levels
Excellent staff but when I had an unfavorable decision from the alj mr. Ortiz decided to withdraw from my case and not go to the Appeals Council level for some reason
Nick Ortiz
Replied last August 7, 2021Hi, Steven. It is always a disappointment when we do not win a claim. Unfortunately, it is simply impossible to win every case. I still remember my first loss and the Judge told me "You can't win every one, Counselor." With respect to the Appeals Council - it is not personal. In fact, we do not go to the Appeals Council in any cases. Our specialty focus is on what we call the "trial phase". We handle initial applications, reconsiderations, and hearings with Judges. Anything after the hearing phase we call the "appellate phase". There are lawyers that focus on this appellate phase, and we recommend that our clients contact those specialists. As for why - there simply aren't enough hours in the day. If I could work 18 hours a day every day then perhaps I could handle more Appeals Council cases.
Posted by Candy | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent experience.
I applied for disability years ago. I tried to do it myself and was denied a couple of times. I called a heavily advertised local disability law firm about it and they were rude and wouldn't take my case. I called Ortiz Law Firm and they were very nice and helpful and supportive and they helped get m...
Posted by John & Cristina | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience
Nick and his team provided a great experience. They are all very courteous professional and extremely friendly. They were very good at contacting Us to provide necessary information and they were always very prompt at returning calls and emails. You could not ask for a better group of people to repre...
Posted by David | June 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney
They are great Lawyers
Nick fought for me and did everything he said he would. His people are top notch and professional.
Nick Anthony Ortiz's Lawyer Endorsements
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ortiz is a great lawyer and family man. If you are considering filing for disability in the Pensacola area I highly recommend visiting his website for guidance."
"Nick is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I happily endorse Nick Ortiz. He has a great passion for disability law and an even greater sense of humor."
"Happy to endorse Nick. He is very a very skilled and experienced attorney who works hard to get his clients the benefits they need and deserve."
"With a great track record on Avvo.com and the reputation from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Ortiz is skilled and knows the law well, too. Kudos."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had a puzzling case and Mr. Ortiz was able to email a legal resource that was right on point. His legal advice and assistance was an enormous help to me."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Nick is an expert in his field and a national leader. Before I moved from Pensacola, we enjoyed many Social Security round table discussions about best practices in the field. He has a passion for helping people with their disability claims and always seeks the best outcome for his clients."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Ortiz is a knowledgeable advocate and I endorse him."
"Nick is a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney who I have gotten to know by working together in mutual organizations. He is a great choice for personal injury, social security, and long-term disability issues."
"Nick Ortiz and I are both members of a national listserve consisting of several thousand lawyers. I've gotten to know Nick personally, and would not hesitate to hire Nick myself."
"Nick is a dedicated and talented social security and employee benefits lawyer. He has the background and knowledge in these niche areas of the law to get clients the best results. I would highly recommend him to my friends, family and clients."
"Nick is an outstanding lawyer who cares a great deal about his clients. He goes the extra mile to make sure that his clients receive the best outcome possible. Very dedicated and professional attorney."
"Nick is well-known as an expert in disability law and personal injury. He is appreciated by his clients and is respected by local attorneys and judges."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Nick is extremely bright and always places his clients' interests first. I would recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Board Certified Social Security Disability Advocate, National Board of Legal Specialty Certification
2013
Excellent rating - 5.0, Google
2013
Who's Who in America 2014, Marquis Who's Who LLC
2013
Avvo, Top Contributor
2012
A+ BBB Accredited Business, BBB of Northwest Florida
2011
Client Rating 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Public Service Award, El Centro Legal Clinic
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founder and President, Ortiz Law Firm
2005 - 2012
Associate, Soloway Law Firm
2003 - 2005
Attorney, Marcin & Barrera
2001 - 2002
Attorney, Hawkins, Schnabel, Lindahl & Beck
Associations
2013 - Present
National Association of Disability RepresentativesMember
2013 - Present
ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section; Automobile LawMember
2013 - Present
ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section; Health and Disability Insurance LawMember
2013 - Present
ABA Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section; Trial TechniquesMember
2013 - Present
National Board of Legal Specialty CertificationBoard Certified Member
2010 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesSustaining Member
2009 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
California BarMember (Inactive)
2006 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
Florida BarMember
2001 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
United States District Court of the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2001 - 2006
California BarMember (Active)
Sample of Legal Cases
Remanded for Further Proceedings
Decision denying benefits reversed and remanded for further consideration.
Decision denying benefits reversed and remanded for further consideration.
Decision denying benefits reversed and remanded for further consideration.
Remanded to Administrative Court
Education
2013
Diploma
2001
J.D.
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Introduction to Social Security Disability
2011
N/A
Applying for Disability Benefits
Publications
2013
2013
2013
2013
2013
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
What is the minimum monthly ssi payment in the state of georgia
29 Sep 2013
I am wondering if I can collect social security benefits due to my graves disease (it is affecting my ability to work)
27 Sep 2013
How long do you have to married to receive survivor benefits.
28 Feb 2010