$ 350-450 per hour
About Adriana
Biography
Adriana M. de la Torre concentrates her practice exclusively in assisting individuals who have been denied Social Security benefits and must seek judicial review of the Social Security Administration's decision in federal court. In addition to representing individuals in federal court, Adriana also assists individuals who are applying for disability benefits before the Social Security Administration. In her practice, Adriana applies the extensive litigation experience she gained while as an Assistant Regional Counsel for the Social Security Administration's Office of the General Counsel.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-25%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 5 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2020
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Licensed in Illinois for 19 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Tower Law Group
800 Executive Drive, Oviedo, FL, 32765
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Posted by Virginia | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Great Team, Good Results!
Working with Tower Law on a Social Security Disability Civil suit was a good experience. I was so exhausted with the disability process and had lost all appeals when our relationship began.Adriana gave me the hope I needed to hang in and go the Civil route. Throughout the entire process, her team h...
Adriana de la Torre
Replied last January 07, 2026Thank you so much for sharing this! I know how draining and frustrating the disability process can be. I’m really glad you reached out and trusted me and our team to take things to the next step. Thanks again for the kind words. It truly means the world! — Adriana
Posted by Katie | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Extremely knowledgeable, personable, and diligent
Adriana is extremely well versed in the nuances of the SSD Rules and Regulations, which makes her a very effevtive advocate. She has excellent interpersonal skills and did an amazing job working with my mother, who was highly anxious about testifying and attending a consultative examination. She c...
Adriana de la Torre
Replied last October 11, 2023I genuinely appreciate your fantastic review! It was my pleasure to assist you and your mother with the disability process. I'm glad to hear that my knowledge, interpersonal skills, and communication were helpful. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to me. If you ever need assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to support you every step of the way!
Adriana M. de la Torre's Lawyer Endorsements
"Adriana is well-regarded by her peers for her expertise, experience, professionalism and kindness. She contributes regularly on platforms like LinkedIn, is an experienced appellate attorney, and stresses the value of good legal writing (something I admire). I've had the pleasure of conferring with her on cases -- she is responsive, helpful, and an absolute pleasure to work with."
Jonathan Ginsberg
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Adriana is truly a thought leader in the Social Security disability legal community. Her posts on LinkedIn about recent cases are required reading for every Social Security disability lawyer and I have picked up numerous actionable tips from reading her observations. Adriana has also twice been a guest on my weekly livestream and she readily shares her knowledge with the public. I have no hesitation in referring clients in need of federal appeallate Social Security work to her."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a wonderful attorney who truly cares about her clients and goes the extra mile to succeed on the cases."
"Adriana is a very skilled and ethical attorney. She is also pleasant, kind, and professional. I highly recommend her for Social Security Disability appeals."
"I endorse this lawyer.She is a hard worker and very knowledgeable in the field of Social Security. She is very diligent in the representation of her clients"
"I highly recommend Adriana de la Torre. She is knowledgable, down to earth, efficient, and professional. A pleasure to work with and an all around excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Adriana de la Torre for approximately 8 years. I have attended her presentations at national attorney continuing education seminars and worked with her on administrative matters and federal court cases. Adriana is thorough and professional. Her oral presentations and written work are excellent - leading to exceptional results for her clients. I would recommend Adriana for matters of the highest importance."
Carina de la Torre
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Adriana de la Torre is an exceptional advocate for Social Security disability claimants. She is very knowledgeable in her field, frequently presents at national conferences, and is very thoughtful and kind with her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Pro Bono Appreciation Honor Roll, United District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Co-Founder, Tower Law Group
2008 - 2010
Assistant Regional Counsel, Social Security Administration, Office of the General Counsel
2006 - 2008
Assistant Attorney General, Illinois Attorney General's Office
2005 - 2005
Certified Summer Legal Intern, City of Indianapolis, Office of Corporation Counsel
2004 - 2004
Teaching Assistant, Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Associations
2025 - Present
Federal Bar Association Social Security SectionBoard of Directors
2022 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Disability RepresentativesMember
2008 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2015
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
Education
2006
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Florida International University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Speaking In Spoons: A chronically ill podcast
Disability Appeals: Three Appeals Case Studies
2025
NOSSCR Conference
From Trenches to Tech: Building AI Tools for Disability, Moderator
2025
NADR Annual Conference
Navigating Difficult Medical Cases in Social Security Disability Law
2025
AFELA: UnProgram
Maximizing the Maze: A Guide to Social Security and Elder Law
2024
Speaking In Spoons: A chronically ill podcast
Let's Talk Social Security Disability
2024
Legal Nurse Podcast
LNC's Role with the Social Security Disability Application Process
2024
Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum
Significant Cases from the Seventh Circuit 2020 to 2023
2024
Allen County Bar Association
7th Circuit Case Law Update
2023
NADR Podcast
Let's Get Into It, Episode 17: Adriana de la Torre, The Hearing Nuggets
2020
Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum
Significant Cases from the Seventh Circuit July 2018 to August 2020
2018
Orange County Bar Association
Social Security 101
2018
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Moot Court Competition Judge
2018
Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum
Significant Cases from the Seventh Circuit: July 2015 to July 2018
2016
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives November 2016 Conference
"Wait, What Just Happened?" - Tips and Tricks for When Things take a Turn for the Worse.
2016
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives May 2016 Conference
Medical Source Statements - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
2016
Chicago Bar Association's 7th Circuit Social Security Disability Law Conference
Anatomy of a Hearing
2015
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives November 2015
Setting Up Your Client for the Win: Commonly Overlooked Techniques for Obtaining Favorable Evidence
2011
Loyola University School of Law - Chicago
Moot Court Competition Judge
Publications
2026
Circuit Court Considerations: When a Remand Is Not Enough (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Feb
Social Security Disability
2026
Circuit Court Considerations: When an Error Is Too Big (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Jan
Social Security Disability
2025
A Recent 9th Circuit Win on Fibromyalgia (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) July
Social Security Disability
2025
Circuit Court Considerations: A Tenth Circuit Win on Transferable Skills (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Dec
Social Security Disability
2025
Circuit Court Considerations: VE Conflicts and SSR 00-4p (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Nov
Social Security Disability
2025
Circuit Court Considerations: A Recent 9th Circuit Remand (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Oct
Social Security Disability
2025
Circuit Court Considerations: A Recent 7th Circuit Remand (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Sept
Social Security Disability
2025
Ninth Circuit’s Take on Challenging VE Job Numbers: Boonthong v. Commissioner (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Aug
Social Security Disability
2025
Ninth Circuit’s SSDI Denial Reaffirmed (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) June
Social Security Disability
2025
When is a Fee Too Much? (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) May
Social Security Disability
2025
How Debt Affects EAJA Awards (OCBA - The Briefs Magazine)
Social Security Disability
2025
A Lesson in Explaining Residual Functional Capacity (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Apr
Social Security Disability
2025
Think Getting a Remand Is Tough? Try Getting Paid (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum) Feb
Social Security Disability
2024
Understanding the Complexities of SSA Regulations: Insights from Jones v. O’Malley (NOSSCR - The Social Security Forum)
Social Security Disability
2024
Crafting Compelling Briefs (Federal Bar Association - Spring Newsletter)
Social Security Disability
2024
Mastering the Art of Obtaining Medical Records (Federal Bar Association - Spring Newsletter)
Social Security Disability
2016
Indianapolis Bar Association: Commonly Asked Questions About Indiana Law: A Guide for Pro Bono Service
Social Security Disability
2015
Indianapolis Bar Association: Commonly Asked Questions About Indiana Law: A Guide for Pro Bono Service
Social Security Disability
2014
Indianapolis Bar Association: Commonly Asked Questions About Indiana Law: A Guide for Pro Bono Service
Social Security Disability
2013
Indianapolis Bar Association: Commonly Asked Questions About Indiana Law: A Guide for Pro Bono Service
Social Security Disability
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Disability claims
01 Mar 2026
Q&A
If I do a legal name change but don't remarry, will it affect me getting my ex-husbands SS?
03 Mar 2026
Q&A
Challenging SSI Overpayment: Does "Osseointegration" healing time count as a temp medical extension
02 Mar 2026